Russia strikes Kyiv with drones and hypersonic missile, in photos
3 hours ago
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- #Kyiv Attack
- Russia deployed the hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile in a mass drone and missile attack on Kyiv, resulting in at least two deaths.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed this marks the third use of the Oreshnik missile in the war.
- The attack targeted residential areas and cultural sites, including the Museum of Chernobyl, with AP photos documenting widespread destruction and emergency responses.
- Rescue and emergency teams, including firefighters and Red Cross volunteers, were actively involved in evacuations and providing aid to injured civilians.
- Civilian shelters, such as metro stations, were used for protection during the strikes, highlighting the impact on Kyiv's population.