Ukraine's Ballistic Barrage: Russia's Third Missile Strike in August

Russia has reportedly launched its third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv in August, with Ukrainian air defence destroying all incoming threats. No casualties or damages were reported. Ukrainian officials suspect that North Korean ballistic missiles were used in the attack, with drones also being intercepted.

In a continued escalation, Russia launched its third ballistic missile attack on Kyiv this month, as reported by the Ukrainian capital's military administration. Preliminary data indicates that all the missiles were intercepted before reaching the city.

'This is already the third ballistic strike on the capital in August, with exact intervals of six days between each attack,' stated Serhiy Popko, head of the Kyiv military administration, on the Telegram messaging app. 'Preliminary information suggests that North Korean ballistic missiles were likely used.'

Popko also mentioned that Ukraine's air defence units successfully intercepted several drones launched by Russia. Although the full extent of the attack remains unclear, there are no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Reuters could not independently verify the missile types but reported hearing blasts from air defence systems early Sunday. Two hours after the initial attack, fresh raid alerts sounded across Kyiv and central-northeast Ukraine, warning of more incoming missiles, according to Ukraine's air force.

(With inputs from agencies.)