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Ukrainian capital Kyiv under missile attack, officials say
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on February 2, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 2, 2026
Quick Summary
Kyiv was hit by Russian missiles, damaging buildings and causing explosions. Tymur Tkachenko confirmed the attack, highlighting ongoing regional tensions.
Kyiv Faces Missile Strikes as Russian Forces Target Ukrainian Capital
Overview of the Missile Attacks
Feb 3 (Reuters) - Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian capital with missiles early on Tuesday, officials said, with initial reports saying apartment blocks and other buildings had suffered damage.
Damage Report
Reuters witnesses reported loud explosions in the city and said both missiles and drones were being deployed.
Tymur Tkachenko, head of the city's military administration, said on Telegram that several apartment buildings, an education establishment and a commercial building had been damaged in districts east of the Dnipro River.
Emergency Response Measures
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko ordered emergency medical crews to affected parts of the city.
Attacks in Other Regions
Ihor Terekhov, the mayor of Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, said Russian missiles and drones were also attacking his city in northeastern Ukraine.
The governor of southeastern Dnipropetrovsk Region said his region was also under attack and anti-aircraft units were in action in neighbouring Zaporizhzhia region.
(Reporting by Gleb Garanich and Valentyn Ogirenko, writing by Ron Popeski; Editing by Stephen Coates)
Key Takeaways
- •Kyiv was targeted by Russian missiles.
- •Several buildings, including an education establishment, were damaged.
- •Loud explosions were reported by witnesses.
- •The attack was confirmed by Tymur Tkachenko on Telegram.
- •The situation is part of ongoing tensions in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ukrainian capital Kyiv under missile attack, officials say
1What is a missile attack?
A missile attack refers to the use of missiles to target and strike specific locations, often resulting in damage to buildings and infrastructure.
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Financial stability is a condition where the financial system operates effectively, with institutions able to manage risks and absorb shocks without significant disruptions.
3What is economic growth?
Economic growth is the increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a period, typically measured by the rise in Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
