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Russian Drone Swarm Strikes Kyiv, Attacks Reported in Lviv

Published January 9, 2026, 06:06
Russian Drone Swarm Strikes Kyiv, Attacks Reported in Lviv

Russian forces launched a massive drone attack on Kyiv and Lviv on the night of Thursday to Friday. In Kyiv, at least four people were killed and 19 injured, as drones hit residential areas causing fires and damage to infrastructure, including water supply. One of the deceased was a rescuer trying to help residents of an apartment building. Authorities report the use of Shahed/Geran-type drones. Meanwhile, in the Lviv region, near the border with Poland, a medium-range ballistic missile (IRBM) Oresnik with MIRV technology was used, resulting in a barrage of attacks. This marks a new development in Russia's ability to launch hypersonic missiles with nuclear capabilities. The attacks have sparked outrage and condemnation, with many expressing anger over the continued attacks on civilians. The situation in Kyiv is described as critical, with emergency services working tirelessly to deal with the consequences of the attacks. The use of drones and ballistic missiles by Russia continues to pose a significant threat to Ukraine, with attacks increasingly targeting urban areas and civilians. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and condemning the Russian attacks.