At 23:14, a stark message echoed across the capital: “On the left bank of the capital, air defense forces are working against enemy UAVs. Stay in shelters.” The urgency in the tone was unmistakable, a reminder of the precarious realities faced by residents.
Shortly after, the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces extended the warning, urging not just the capital’s inhabitants but also those in Brovary and Vyshgorod to seek safety in shelters. The air raid alert was a call to vigilance, a plea for collective caution.
Updated at 23:25
by 23:25, the Kyiv Regional military Governance confirmed that air defense operations were active in the area. A message stated clearly: “Kiev region! A UAV has been detected in the airspace. Air defense forces are working on targets.” The situation was unfolding rapidly, with every moment demanding attention.
Residents were advised to remain in shelters until the air raid concluded. An additional directive emphasized information silence—avoiding the recording or posting of Ukrainian defenders’ activities online. This was a strategic move to safeguard operations.
Updated at 23:51
At 23:51, the severity deepened.Klitschko announced, “Air defense forces are working in Obolon. Stay in shelters! The UAV attack on the capital continues.” The KGVA corroborated this, confirming that air defense measures were active in the capital. the night was relentless, with no respite in sight.
updated at 00:50
By 00:50, the situation persisted. Klitschko reported that air defense operations were ongoing on the right bank of the capital, with two enemy UAVs hovering above Kyiv. The tension was palpable, a reminder of the ever-present threat.
Where was the alarm announced?
As of 23:21, the air raid alert stretched across multiple regions: Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Chernigov, Sumy, Cherkassy, Poltava, Kirovograd, Kharkov, Dnepropetrovsk, Nikolaev, Kherson, Zaporozhye, and Donetsk. The scope of the alert highlighted the widespread nature of the threat.
Earlier that night, attempts to target the Kyiv region were thwarted by air defense forces. Enemy targets were shot down, preventing casualties and safeguarding residential and critical infrastructure from direct hits.
Tho, the aftermath wasn’t entirely without impact. In one settlement,debris from a UAV damaged 4 private houses, a hostel, and a medical facility. The damage, though relatively minor, included broken windows and slightly damaged facades. Three cars and an emergency medical vehicle also sustained damage.
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