New Wave of Attacks: Kyiv Under Ballistic Strike
The night of July 19 became another alarming period for the capital of Ukraine. A series of powerful explosions rocked Kyiv, shattering the city's silence. The situation escalated after the Ukrainian Air Force officially warned of ballistic missile launches. Information regarding the launches came from the Bryansk region, confirming the scale of the threat looming over the Ukrainian capital.
Timeline of Events and Warnings
According to data received by RBC-Ukraine from the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Kyiv City Military Administration (KMVA), events unfolded rapidly. As early as 1:21 AM, a report was received regarding ballistic missile launches. Following this, the KMVA declared an air raid, urging the city's residents to immediately seek shelter.
It was crucial for the authorities to convey to the population that remaining on the streets or in unsafe locations was strictly prohibited. Residents were urged to stay in shelters until the official end of the alert status.
Context: Series of Attacks in July
The current incident is not an isolated event. In recent days, Kyiv has been subjected to a series of strikes. On the night of July 16, the Ukrainian air defense system managed to shoot down some ballistic missiles and drones, although not all targets were intercepted. As a result of the attack, explosions were heard in the city, and strong fires broke out in several districts.
Even earlier, on the night of July 14, the capital was also targeted. At that time, the consequences of the attack were recorded in the Holosiivskyi and Darnytskyi districts. The repetition of the scenario involving ballistic missiles on the night of July 19 indicates a high intensity of hostilities and the need for the population to remain constantly ready to act during air raid alerts.
