Russian attack on Kyiv triggers fires, officials say
Smoke rises in the city during a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine August 5, 2026. REUTERS/Vladyslav Sodel
Published Aug 11, 2026, 06:14 AM
Updated Aug 11, 2026, 06:14 AM
Aug 11 - Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with missiles early on Tuesday, triggering fires in the city centre, officials said.
The city's military administration said warehouses in a central district were ablaze.
Mayor Vitali Klitschko said medical personnel had been dispatched to a central district.
Reuters witnesses reported explosions in the city. REUTERS
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