Three people were killed in a Russian missile attack on Kyiv, with residents trapped after a partially collapsed building caught fire, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- A Russian missile attack struck Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.
- Three people were killed in the strike, according to Al Jazeera.
- A building partially collapsed and caught fire following the attack.
- Residents were reported trapped in the affected building.
A Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, killed three people, according to Al Jazeera.
The strike caused a building to partially collapse, and the structure subsequently caught fire, the outlet reported.
Residents were trapped in the affected building following the attack, according to Al Jazeera’s reporting.
Beyond the reported death toll of three and the account of a partially collapsed and burning building with trapped residents, further details were not provided in the available source.
Honest Abe News will update this report as more verified information becomes available.
Why it matters
Attacks on Ukraine's capital underscore the ongoing risk to civilians during the war. Strikes on Kyiv carry significant human and political consequences for the region and for international efforts to end the conflict.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were killed in the Kyiv missile attack?
According to Al Jazeera, three people were killed in the Russian missile attack on Kyiv.
What happened to the building that was hit?
Al Jazeera reported that a building partially collapsed and caught fire after the strike, leaving residents trapped.
Where did the attack take place?
The attack targeted Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- Russian missile attack kills three in Ukraine’s Kyiv
Al Jazeera: Residents trapped as partially collapsed building catches fire after deadly strike on Ukrainian capital.
- Russian missile attacks kill at least nine in Ukraine’s Kyiv
Al Jazeera: Residents trapped as partially collapsed buildings catch fire after deadly strike on Ukrainian capital.