Recently, Russia launched a heavy missile attack on Ukraine’s capital city Kyiv, resulting in significant damage and causing citizens to seek shelter in metro stations.
Details of the Attack
- Nearly 25,000 citizens sought refuge in Kyiv’s metro stations during the missile attacks.
- Russia fired two ballistic missiles and 29 cruise missiles in the Kyiv region, all of which were reportedly intercepted by Ukraine.
- Reports suggest that the missiles fired may have originated from North Korea.
Impact on Citizens
Despite the intensity of the attack, no fatalities were reported. However, around a dozen citizens sustained injuries from falling debris.
Personal Account
Valentyna Ivanivna, an 80-year-old resident of Kyiv, described waking up to a loud blast that shattered her windows. Fortunately, she escaped unharmed.
Infrastructure Damage
According to authorities, no critical infrastructure facilities or residential buildings were hit by the missiles.
Response and Call for Support
Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasized the need for increased military support from allies to defend against such attacks in the future.