Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv in the early hours of Tuesday, causing fires in at least two districts of the Ukrainian capital.
Explosions were heard after air raid alerts were declared in Kyiv and several other regions, as the city’s air defense systems responded to the attack.
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Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported strikes on warehouse facilities at two locations in the Holosiivskyi district, where fires broke out following the barrage.
In the Darnytskyi district, falling debris landed in an open area and set several vehicles ablaze.
“Russia is attacking Kyiv with ballistic missiles. Stay in shelters,” Klitschko warned as the attack unfolded.
Kyiv City Military Administration chief Tymur Tkachenko also urged residents to remain in protected areas while the missile threat continued.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the affected locations. There were no immediate official reports of casualties.
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