Kyiv’s daily life crumbles as Russia targets the capital’s livability

Kyiv's daily life has severely deteriorated as Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks aimed at making the Ukrainian capital unlivable, with air-raid alerts now lasting over 10 hours on an average day and six people killed in a single recent Wednesday. The attacks have become more frequent and harder to intercept, with new jet-powered drones hitting almost without warning. Residents have adapted to sleeping in hallways and shelters, while schools, shopping, and basic services like power and water face constant disruption, forcing families to cope with immense psychological strain. Russia is targeting infrastructure including bridges over the Dnieper River and residential areas, while President Trump has lifted sanctions on Russian diesel and pressured Ukraine. Despite the suffering, Kyiv has shown no indication of surrender, though officials warn of potential winter blackouts as the war enters its fifth year.