Russians attack Kyiv, air defence activated

May 24, 2026 - 03:12
Russians attack Kyiv, air defence activated

An air-raid warning has been issued in Kyiv on the evening of 23 May due to an attack by Russians UAVs.

Source: Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine; Tymur Tkachenko, Head of Kyiv City Military Administration

Details: At 21:07, the Air Force reported UAVs in the east of Kyiv Oblast heading towards the capital.

Tkachenko subsequently reported that Russian forces are attacking the capital with strike drones. Explosions were heard across the city.

Update: At 22:27, an all clear was given in Kyiv.

At 23:05, another air-raid warning was issued due to the threat of Russian UAVs.

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