Kyiv Targeted in Large-Scale Russian Drone and Missile Offensive

Russian troops unleashed 675 drones and 56 missiles against Ukraine during an intense overnight operation, according to Kyiv's air force on Thursday.

The statement indicated that defenses successfully neutralized 652 drones and 41 missiles, with 38 direct impacts recorded across 24 sites. Debris caused damage at 18 additional locations, where one building suffered a partial collapse.

"People are trapped under the rubble," stated Tymur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv's military administration, via Telegram. "Emergency services are rushing to the scene."

Tkachenko detailed damage to structures in various city districts, including an incident where drone remnants landed on a residential building's roof.

Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed widespread building damage throughout the capital, highlighting debris strikes on two structures in a northern suburb that ignited a fire in a 12-story apartment block.

Videos circulating on unofficial Telegram channels showed sections of apartment buildings engulfed in flames.

No immediate casualty reports have emerged.

Russian Strikes Extend to Other Ukrainian Areas

The air force reported missile strikes aimed at northern regions like Kharkiv, Sumy, and Chernihiv, as well as the central Poltava area.

Drones and guided bombs hit eastern and southern parts of the nation.

Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba noted attacks on civilian targets, such as ports in the southern Odesa region and railway facilities.

The previous day, Wednesday, saw a daytime drone assault on western infrastructure, resulting in at least six deaths, per officials.