Ukraine claims the capital Kyiv has suffered a "massive attack"
Xinhua News Agency, Kyiv, February 12 - The mayor of Kyiv, Klitschko, said on the 12th that the capital of Ukraine was subjected to a "massive attack" by Russian missiles early that morning, with multiple buildings hit.
Klitschko wrote on social media: "The massive attack is still ongoing. Please stay in shelters!" He stated that several buildings, including residential ones, were attacked.
The head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, Tkachенко, also said on social media that Kyiv was hit by Russian missile strikes early that morning, and casualty figures are being verified.
Russian forces conducted a large-scale missile attack on Kyiv early on February 12, targeting multiple buildings, including residential areas. The city's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, confirmed the ongoing assault and advised residents to remain in shelters while casualty assessments are underway.
- Kyiv experienced a large-scale missile attack by Russian forces.
- Multiple buildings, including residential ones, were hit.
- The mayor urged residents to stay in shelters.
- Casualty figures are being verified.