Kyiv Under Attack: Russian Ballistic Missiles Strike the City Once Again, Forcing Residents to Seek Shelter
On the night of August 28, the Ukrainian capital experienced loud explosions that shattered the city’s calm once more.
Around 3 a.m., Kyiv was reportedly targeted by a missile attack: residents initially heard loud detonation sounds, which were identified as strikes from Russian ballistic missiles.
Monitoring channels and official sources confirmed that it was a precise missile attack.Earlier, at 2:57 a.m., the Ukrainian Air Forces warned of a fast-moving target over northern Kyiv region.
In response, air defense systems actively engaged, including the missile defense system tasked with intercepting the incoming threats.At 3:02 a.m., the Kyiv City Military Administration officially announced the threat and urged residents to remain in shelters.
Eyewitnesses reported particularly loud explosions in the central districts and on Obolon.
By 3:15 a.m., Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko announced that medical teams had been dispatched to the scene, where aid was already being provided to the injured.
He emphasized that the air raid alert was still ongoing and urged everyone to stay safe in shelters until the situation normalizes.This night has once again reminded Kyiv residents of the real military threat and the importance of staying prepared at any moment.
Officials call for strict adherence to safety instructions and advise the public to stay in secure locations until stability is restored.