Olga Freimut’s Kyiv Apartment Hit During Missile Attack
Ukrainian TV personality Olga Freimut has shared footage of her devastated Kyiv apartment following Russia’s large-scale assault on May 24. Having just returned from London on May 23, the attack on the capital began only five hours after her arrival. The strike on Kyiv left 44 people injured, 28 of whom required hospitalization—three in serious condition. Tragically, two fatalities have been reported.
Freimut broadcast from her apartment, showing the destruction caused by the blast. The shockwave shattered windows, and the floor was covered in broken glass. She also posted a photo from the parking garage, where her son and daughter were asleep in the car. Describing the ordeal, she remarked:
“This is a terrifying night.”
Coordinated Strike on the Capital
The massive assault on Kyiv began overnight on May 24, when Russian forces launched at least eight Iskander ballistic missiles at the city, alongside a wave of attack drones. Damage and fires were reported across nearly every district of the capital, affecting:
- high-rise and private homes
- schools
- dormitories
- business centers
- vehicles
- retail facilities
- metro stations
The Lukyanivska metro station was temporarily closed, and access to the Khreshchatyk station was restricted.
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Freimut has been living with her family in the United Kingdom but recently returned to Kyiv. The situation in the capital remains dire, with residents continuing to suffer the consequences of ongoing hostilities.
This attack is part of Russia’s prolonged military aggression against Ukraine, now in its third year. Despite international support, Ukrainian cities continue to endure regular shelling, resulting in casualties and widespread destruction. Such incidents underscore the urgent need for global attention to the conflict and a peaceful resolution.
The recent attack on Kyiv is part of a broader pattern of escalated military actions by Russian forces. For a comprehensive overview of the extensive damage inflicted during this night strike, which targeted numerous locations across the city, refer to our detailed report on the massive Russian assault that struck 50 sites in the capital.