Russian forces launched a missile attack on Kyiv early Saturday, damaging a residential building in a western district, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. The strike, which hit the suburbs, targeted infrastructure with ballistic missiles, Klitschko stated on Telegram. Debris from the attack struck a five-story apartment building, causing structural damage. The attack occurred ahead of trilateral talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Abu Dhabi.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of further strikes against Ukraine's energy sector and civilian infrastructure, urging the delivery of Patriot interceptor missiles. The attack comes as Ukraine's power network faces additional damage from recent Russian strikes. The situation has intensified tensions ahead of diplomatic discussions aimed at de-escalating the conflict.
The missile strike in Kyiv follows a series of attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, including a deadly airstrike in the village of Komyshuvakha that left at least 53 people dead. Ukrainian forces have been working to reverse some Russian territorial gains, as revealed by Ukrainian commanders in recent operations. The ongoing conflict continues to disrupt civilian life and infrastructure, with both sides reporting increased military activity.
