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Ukrainian capital Kyiv under massive Russian attack, mayor says

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Posted on May 14, 2026

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· Last updated: May 14, 2026

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Ukrainian capital Kyiv under attack from Russian drones, missiles, officials say

Details of the Attack on Kyiv

Extent and Nature of the Assault

May 14 (Reuters) - The Ukrainian capital Kyiv came under a massive attack from Russian drones and missiles early on Thursday, officials said.

Impact on Residential Areas

Tymur Tkachenko, the head of the capital's military administration, said debris from falling drones had struck buildings in different districts of the city, including residential buildings.

Eyewitness Accounts and Immediate Aftermath

Unofficial Telegram channels posted videos of parts of apartment buildings ablaze. There were no immediate reports of casualties.

Wider Attacks Across Ukraine

Ukraine's air force also said Russian missiles had targeted other regions in the country, including Kharkiv, Sumy and Chernihiv in northern Ukraine and the central region of Poltava.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Ron Popeski; Editing by Christian Schmollinger)

Key Takeaways

  • Kyiv suffered a major Russian attack early on May 14, with explosions, missile and drone strikes reported by Mayor Klitschko and military authorities, and debris hitting residential areas (Reuters) (reutersconnect.com).
  • The assault follows a massive combined aerial offensive launched on May 13, involving hundreds of Shahed drones designed to overwhelm air defenses, prompting warnings of further attacks (Kyiv Post, Reuters) (kyivpost.com).
  • This escalation occurs amid a pattern of intensified Russian air attacks targeting Kyiv’s infrastructure, with previous deadly strikes in April and February signaling a sustained campaign against the capital (Reuters reports) (investing.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in Kyiv on May 14?
Kyiv came under a massive Russian attack with explosions heard and damage from falling drone debris.
Who confirmed the attacks in Kyiv?
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko and Tymur Tkachenko, head of the capital's military administration, confirmed the attacks.
What kind of damage occurred during the attack?
Debris from falling drones struck the roof of an apartment building and also fell on a street.
Are the attacks on Kyiv ongoing?
Yes, local authorities said the attack was still continuing at the time of reporting.
Did Russian missiles target Kyiv during the attack?
Yes, Ukraine's air force reported that Russian missiles were targeting Kyiv.

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