Ukraine says Russian strike on Kyiv leaves first civilians dead this year
Russian airstrikes damaged a hospital and critical infrastructure, killing two civilians and injuring three, officials said, amid ongoing conflict despite diplomatic talks.
- On January 5, 2026, Ukrainian authorities said a Russian air attack on Kyiv and its region killed two people, the first reported deaths this year.
- Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, Russia has repeatedly attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones, while allied chiefs of general staff are expected to meet in Kyiv on Monday.
- At the Obolonskyi medical facility, a fire set ablaze the inpatient ward, and after extinguishing, responders found a body inside and evacuated 25 people, Ukraine's State Emergency Service said on Monday.
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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha condemned Russia's overnight strikes, citing damage to a Kyiv hospital and critical infrastructure. At least two people were killed in Kyiv and nearby areas, with injuries and evacuations reported, as Ukraine urged continued international support and stronger air defence.
At least two people have been killed in Russian airstrikes in the Kyiv region, according to Ukrainian sources. A medical facility was among the targets.
Anti-aircraft warnings resonated throughout the territory during the night and the army warned of numerous movements of Russian missiles and drones.
Explosions were also heard in the cities of Chernihiv and Zaporizhia last night.
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