Russia launches multiple ballistic missile waves on Kyiv

Russia attacked Kyiv with ballistic missiles in multiple waves late on October 21 and into October 22, with explosions reported in the capital. A red danger level was declared, and residents were urged to stay in shelters. The Air Force warned of a ballistic threat from the north before missiles targeted Kyiv. Explosions occurred around 3:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m., marking the second and third waves of the attack. Authorities are still assessing the consequences. Kyiv has faced near-nightly strikes recently, including a drone hit on a 24-story building and an attack on a transport infrastructure facility that caused a fire.