Russian drone attacks on Kyiv

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Russian drone attacks on Kyiv
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Russia has attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with drones during the night to Thursday, according to the city's military leadership.

Several people have been evacuated from a high-rise building that caught fire after debris from downed drones hit, according to Mayor Vitalij Klytjko. There are no reports of personal injuries.

Fires have also broken out in other parts of the city as a result of the attacks, including in residential buildings, garages, and a car workshop. A healthcare facility has also been damaged, according to the military leadership.

The capital was attacked in several waves during the night. At 5:30, the authorities warned that the attacks would continue.

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