Authorities in Ukraine reported that dozens of Russian drones launched an eight-hour nighttime attack on the capital city of Kyiv. The assault, which occurred after almost 1,000 days of war, involved both lone drones and swarms entering Ukrainian airspace from various directions and altitudes. The aim appeared to be to test air defense systems and instill fear among city residents.
While Ukrainian air defenses successfully neutralized around three dozen drones, falling debris caused damage to a hospital, residential buildings, and office structures in Kyiv. Notably, an apartment building on the 33rd floor caught fire as a result of the attack, leading to at least two reported injuries.
