Kyiv Devastated by Deadly Russian Drone and Missile Strike
Kyiv has been hit by a devastating combined drone and missile strike, leaving at least 31 people dead and 159 injured. The attack, confirmed to be carried out by Russia, targeted 27 locations across four city districts, causing extensive destruction and damage to residential buildings and civilian infrastructure. The assault began under cover of darkness, with air raid alerts sounding across the capital. Authorities confirmed that the strike used a mix of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and missiles, with some projectiles intercepted by Ukrainian air defence systems but others striking populated areas. The attack resulted in fires breaking out in several non-residential buildings and widespread structural damage. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared footage of a missile hitting a residential building, revealing that people were trapped under the rubble. Initial reports of two deaths and dozens of injured were later revised to 14 fatalities, including a six-year-old child. This latest strike is part of an ongoing campaign of attacks on major Ukrainian cities during the summer of 2025, with the use of combined drone and missile strikes becoming a regular feature of Russian operations. Local officials have urged residents to stay indoors during alerts and adhere to civil protection protocols, as clean-up and damage assessment operations continue in affected districts. The combined drone and missile attack on Kyiv on July 31, 2025, has resulted in at least 31 deaths and 159 injuries. The attack has caused extensive destruction across multiple districts of Kyiv, damaging residential buildings, schools, and civilian infrastructure. As the conflict continues, Ukrainian authorities and emergency services remain on high alert to protect citizens and respond to such incidents.
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