Ukraine claims Russia resumes airstrikes on Kyiv

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Kyiv, September 7 - The Ukrainian State Emergency Service stated on the evening of the 7th that the Russian military used drones to attack areas including the Boryspil district of Kyiv region. Russia resumed airstrikes on Kyiv after a three-day pause.

The Kyiv City Military Administration announced that due to the threat of "enemy" drones, an air defense alert has been issued in the city, urging citizens to seek shelter.

On the 5th, Russian presidential press secretary Peskov stated that President Putin had ordered a halt to airstrikes on Kyiv for three days starting at midnight that day, a decision related to the meeting and preparations with the U.S. side in Kyiv.

Classification
Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Russian forces resumed airstrikes on Kyiv using drones after a three-day pause.
Location
Kyiv · Boryspil District
Unit
Russian Armed Forces
Time
September 7, 2023
Equipment
drones
Summary

Russian forces resumed airstrikes on Kyiv on September 7, 2023, using drones after a three-day pause. The Kyiv military administration issued air raid alerts, urging citizens to seek shelter. This action follows a statement from the Kremlin indicating a temporary halt in strikes related to diplomatic meetings with the U.S.

Key Facts
  • Russian forces used drones to attack Kyiv and Boryspil District.
  • Airstrikes resumed after a three-day pause.
  • Kyiv issued air raid alerts due to drone threats.