Blasts shake Kyiv in Russian attack, with fires breaking out across the city

A series of explosions rocked Kyiv after Russia launched a large-scale aerial attack on the Ukrainian capital. The strikes triggered fires in multiple districts, damaging buildings and infrastructure and prompting emergency services to respond across the city. Air raid alerts were activated as Ukrainian air defenses attempted to intercept incoming missiles and drones. The attack is part of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which has seen repeated strikes on major urban centers and critical infrastructure.