Kyiv Under Fire: Russian Attack Leaves Eight Injured

Kyiv Under Fire: Russian Missile and Drone Attack Leaves Eight Injured Kyiv, Ukraine – A series of explosions rocked Kyiv in the early hours of May 24, 2025, as Russian missiles and drones targeted the Ukrainian capital. The attack, which occurred just one day after the first major prisoner exchange between Kyiv and Moscow, resulted in at least eight injuries and significant damage to residential buildings. Video footage from BFM TV shows the immediate aftermath of the attack. Burning buildings and the sounds of sirens fill the screen. Firefighters are shown working to extinguish the blazes, while civilians, some visibly injured, are seen tending to the wounded. The video also shows the extent of the damage, with shattered windows and debris scattered across balconies. "It was terrifying," said one resident, whose apartment building was struck by drone debris. "We heard the explosions and then saw the flames. We had to run." Kyiv authorities reported that their air defenses intercepted six missiles and 245 drones launched by Russia. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the injuries and stated that fires had broken out in several residential buildings. The attack highlights the ongoing conflict and the continued threat to Ukrainian civilians. Despite the devastation, the resilience of Kyiv's residents is evident in the footage. Neighbors are seen helping each other, and emergency services are shown responding swiftly and effectively. The city, though scarred, continues to stand strong.