Overnight Russian missile strikes kill nine in Kyiv
At least nine people, including four children, were killed in overnight Russian ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv that damaged several districts.
Overnight Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people, including four children, and injured up to 29 others, according to local officials and emergency services.
Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that the bombardment commenced around 1:33 a.m. Saturday, triggering blazes and structural damage across at least five city districts. Witnesses noted hearing more than ten consecutive blasts. In the Solomjanskyi district, falling debris struck a multi-story residential building, trapping several occupants inside before rescue crews intervened. At least 17 injured individuals were hospitalized.
Ukrainian authorities emphasized that air defense systems face significant difficulties in intercepting ballistic missiles. Lithuania's Foreign Ministry confirmed that its embassy in Kyiv suffered structural damage during the strikes, though no staff members were harmed.
Sources: Aftenposten, NOS (Nederlandse Omroep Stichting), NRK
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