A series of explosions triggered fires in four districts of the capital, with air raid sirens sounding at 4:26 a.m. local time, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
The attack, which lasted 30 minutes, involved ballistic missiles that damaged residential buildings, office complexes, and civilian infrastructure.
"Putin is not preparing for peace - he continues to kill Ukrainians and destroy cities," said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in response to the strikes.
"Only strong steps and pressure on Russia can stop this terror," Zelensky emphasized, calling for greater international support.
Volodymyr Zelensky urged Ukraine’s allies to stay united, saying, "Right now, we need unity and support from all our partners in the fight for a just end to this war."
According to local authorities in Kyiv, at least one person was killed in a ballistic missile attack that lasted about 30 minutes on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Photo: PAP/Vladyslav Musiienko
Source: IAR/PAP/Radio Poland/X/@ZelenskyyUa
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