Kyiv hit by Russian strike: First images reveal damaged buildings, daycare, and garages
Building damaged in Kyiv on January 9 (Photo: t.me/gunpKyiv)
On the night of January 9, Russian forces attacked Kyiv using drones and various types of missiles. As a result of the assault, damage has been reported in five districts, and there are confirmed casualties, according to the Kyiv Police Telegram channel and the State Emergency Service of Ukraine (DSNS).
According to law enforcement, as of 7:00 a.m. Kyiv time, damage has been recorded in at least five districts of the capital: Dniprovskyi, Desniansky, Shevchenkivsky, Pecherskyi, and Holosiivskyi.
“High-rise and private residential buildings, a kindergarten, garage cooperatives, cars, and infrastructure facilities have been damaged,” the police statement reads.
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: Kyiv Police Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: Kyiv Police Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: Kyiv Police Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: Kyiv Police Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: Kyiv Police Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine Telegram channel)
Kyiv hit by Russian strike (Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine Telegram channel)
In Kyiv, four people have been killed, including a medical worker, and more than 20 others have been injured following overnight Russian attacks.
“24 civilians were affected, including State Emergency Service personnel and three medical workers who were on-site in the Darnytskyi district during a second strike,” the statement said.
The State Emergency Service (DSNS) reported that five rescuers were injured. In total, 32 people were rescued.
“Police, together with DSNS and other services, continue to work on-site, documenting and recording the consequences of this latest war crime,” the Kyiv police said.
Overview of the Kyiv assault
On the night of January 8–9, drones struck the capital, followed by waves of Kalibr cruise missiles and ballistic missiles. Over several hours, powerful explosions rocked the city.
Later, it was reported that the attack caused disruptions to electricity, heating, and water supply in Kyiv.
In addition, due to energy infrastructure damage, parts of the metro’s Red Line are temporarily not operating, preventing travel along certain sections.
Read more about the aftermath of Russia’s attack on the Ukrainian capital in the article by RBC-Ukraine.
