Strike on Kyiv on May 14
On May 14, Russia launched a combined assault on Kyiv using missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. The attack damaged residential buildings and infrastructure across multiple districts of the capital, including:
- Darnytskyi
- Solomianskyi
- Holosiivskyi
- Sviatoshynskyi
- Obolonskyi
- Dniprovskyi
Affected Neighborhoods
In the Darnytskyi district, a missile strike caused the collapse of structures in a multi-story residential building. Rescue operations saved 10 people. Debris also fell onto the grounds of a gas station.
In Solomianskyi district, a parked car caught fire. In Holosiivskyi district, debris was found on the roadway. Sviatoshynskyi district experienced debris falling onto an open area.
Obolonskyi district also suffered significant damage. There, debris struck a three-story parking structure and business center, as well as an apartment on the 12th floor of a residential building. A 25-story unfinished building was hit, resulting in injuries.
In Dniprovskyi district, a fire broke out on the roof of a five-story residential building, where one victim was found. A drone struck a five-story building and a private home. The attack also ignited several garages and a parked car.
Information about these events was provided by the State Emergency Service and the publication Glavcom.
This assault on Kyiv marks another escalation in the conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, with severe consequences for civilians. Missile and drone debris endangers not only infrastructure but also the lives of ordinary people. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and follow safety measures amid the ongoing threat.
The recent assault on Kyiv has not only caused immediate destruction but also raised concerns about the broader implications for the city's safety. For a more detailed overview of how multiple districts have been impacted, including damage to residential areas, you can read about the extensive damage across six districts in our related coverage.