Tensions Escalate: New Year's Drone Strikes Hit Kyiv

Russia launched a drone attack on Kyiv during New Year's Day, killing two people and injuring six. Ukrainian defenses responded, downing several drones. The strike damaged buildings, including the National Bank of Ukraine. President Zelenskiy condemned Russia’s actions, highlighting the ongoing conflict's impact on civilian areas.

In the early hours of New Year's Day, Russia executed a drone attack on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuring at least six more, as confirmed by local authorities.

Ukraine's air force quickly alerted of the incoming drones, while Kyiv's Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that air defenses were actively engaging the threat. The assault led to significant damage to a residential building and also affected the nearby National Bank of Ukraine structure, with debris from a downed drone causing additional destruction.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy criticized Russia's relentless tactics even on New Year's Eve, revealing the shooting down of numerous drones by Ukrainian forces. This incident marks another grim episode in the prolonged conflict that sees Russia persistently targeting towns and cities across Ukraine.

(With inputs from agencies.)