Russian missile and drone attack hits multiple targets in Ukraine

Ukraine’s air force reported a ballistic missile threat at 3am local time, with at least two explosions heard in Kyiv minutes later

Kyiv was struck in the latest bombardment by Russia. Picture: AP

Russia has launched an aerial attack on Ukraine, striking the capital and other regions with multiple missiles and drones.

Ukraine’s air force reported a ballistic missile threat at 3am local time (1am GMT), with at least two explosions heard in Kyiv minutes later. Another missile alert was issued at 8am (6am GMT) followed by at least one explosion in the city.