Ukrainian authorities said they shot down as many as twenty missiles and that there were no immediate reports of casualties.
Several rounds of explosions shook the Ukraine capital Kyiv shortly after the country welcomed the New Year. The Russian missiles rained down Kyiv and other cities even as the war-ravaged country celebrated the New Year. The new Year festivities were marred by air raid sirens and the sound of explosions.
Ukrainian authorities said they shot down as many as twenty missiles and that there were no immediate reports of casualties. The Russian missiles hit two districts, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Telegram. He added that parts of missiles taken down by the air defense systems caused damage in central areas in Kyiv.
According to the Ukraine military command, Russia launched 31 missiles and 12 air strikes across the country in 24 hours, Reuters reported.
