Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with missiles early on Tuesday, sparking fires in several widely separated districts of the city [1, 2]. Air-raid sirens sounded before about six explosions were heard, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said [2]. Klitschko stated, "The enemy is attacking Kyiv with ballistic missiles" [2].
Two storage areas were hit and set on fire in the Holosiivskyi district, located just outside the city center [1, 2]. Drone debris also fell in an open area in an eastern suburb, where cars were set ablaze [1, 2]. Despite the damage, no casualties were reported from the missile strikes [2].
Mayor Klitschko confirmed that air defense units and systems were actively engaging the incoming attacks [1, 2]. The air alert in Kyiv lasted for about 50 minutes before it was lifted [2].
The missile strike echoes a similar attack that occurred on July 13, when Russian forces targeted Kyiv causing fires in multiple districts [1, 2]. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and respond to threats in the capital city.
