Explosions were reported in Kyiv after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russia had prepared a massive attack, citing information from the air force. The developments added to concerns over a new wave of strikes on Ukraine's capital.
Kyiv's military administration said at least one person was killed in a Russian airstrike on Thursday. The reported blast activity over the city came as officials monitored the threat to the capital and shared updates on the attack.
The strike on Kyiv highlights the continuing danger facing civilians as Russia's war on Ukraine carries on. Zelenskyy's warning, followed by explosions in the capital, underscored how quickly alerts can turn into deadly incidents.
While only limited details were immediately available, the reported death and explosions pointed to another serious escalation for residents of Kyiv. Authorities were expected to continue assessing the impact of the attack as more information emerged.
