Russian missile strike hits Kyiv, killing one
A Russian missile strike in Kyiv resulted in one death and at least three injuries. The attack occurred shortly after 1am local time, damaging several residential buildings and igniting debris at a school. Ukrainian officials had warned of a potential strike using a hypersonic missile, which has been previously used by Russia in earlier attacks.
- ▪The missile strike hit Kyiv shortly after 1am local time.
- ▪One person was killed and at least three others were injured in the attack.
- ▪Several residential buildings were damaged, and debris caught fire at a school.
- ▪Ukrainian President Zelenskiy had warned of a potential strike using a hypersonic missile.
- ▪The Oreshnik missile has been previously used by Russia in attacks on Ukraine.
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Russian missile strike hits Kyiv, killing oneTopic:Unrest, Conflict and WarSun 24 May 2026 at 12:59pmSun 24 May 2026 at 12:59pmSun 24 May 2026 at 12:59pmHundreds of people take cover inside a local metro station in an attempt to stay safe during the missile strike in Kyiv, Ukraine. (Reuters: Alina Smutko)abc.net.au/news/kyiv-missile-strike-one-killed/106715836Link copiedShareShare articleDrones and missiles have hit Ukraine's capital Kyiv shortly after 1am local time on Sunday, killing one person and injuring at least three. Several residential buildings were damaged across the city, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Telegram, adding that debris was on fire at a school premises in the city centre.
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