The State of Kyiv's Infrastructure During the War
Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, thousands of buildings have been damaged in Kyiv, including residential, educational, and medical facilities. The city authorities are actively inspecting the damaged facilities to assess the extent of the destruction. As of December 22, 2025, the following has been recorded:
- 2697 residential high-rises
- 140 private buildings
- 56 healthcare facilities
- 314 educational institutions
In addition, the following has been damaged in Kyiv:
- 15 social protection institutions
- 93 administrative buildings
- 36 cultural institutions
- 135 transport infrastructure facilities
- 417 housing and communal services units
- 11 sports facilities
- 13 green economy facilities
- 507 non-residential premises of private ownership
- 12 unfinished construction sites
- one temple
The Situation with Air Alerts
The situation with air alerts remains critical. In 2022, there were 643 air alerts, in 2023 - 302, and in 2024 - 502 alerts. The longest air alert lasted for 10 hours and 31 minutes and was recorded on November 28, 2025. Meanwhile, the most peaceful period without air alerts lasted for 15 days, 12 hours, and 33 minutes - from October 2 to 17, 2023.
The city authorities continue to work on restoring infrastructure and ensuring the safety of residents of the capital amid the ongoing war.
This data highlights the serious consequences of the war for Kyiv's infrastructure, requiring significant efforts for restoration. Given the duration of the conflict and the level of damage, the city's recovery will be a long-term process that will require not only financial resources but also support from the state and the international community.
The situation with air alerts also underscores the tension and continuous threat to residents, impacting their daily lives and psychological state.