Kyiv Under Fire: Putin Takes Revenge For Bomber Fleet Loss, Launches Massive Drone & Missile Attack
Russia launched a fierce aerial assault on Kyiv days after Ukraine's bold drone attack on Russian bomber bases. Multiple drones and ballistic missiles struck targets across the Ukrainian capital, damaging residential buildings and wounding at least three people. Fires broke out in several districts as Kyiv's defenses worked to repel the attacks. Officials reported explosions and debris falling in populated areas, intensifying fears among residents. The assault may be a retaliatory strike promised by President Vladimir Putin following Ukraine's recent raids deep inside Russian territory. Kyiv authorities activated air defense systems to counter the barrage, while Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged citizens to stay safe amid the ongoing attacks.#RussiaUkraineConflict #KyivUnderAttack #DroneWarfare #UkraineDefense#RussianMissiles #UkraineCrisis #WarInUkraine #PutinRetaliation #UkraineStrikesBack
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