Explosions heard in Kyiv as air defence responds to Russian drones

Tetyana Oliynyk — Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 22:34
A Ukrainian air defence mobile fire group. Photo: Ukraine’s General Staff

Explosions have been heard in Kyiv as air defence systems responded to Russian drones on the night of 18-19 February.

Source: Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko; Ukraine’s Air Force

Details: At 02:06, Klitschko said that air defence forces were operating in Kyiv and urged residents to stay in shelters.

Background: On the evening of 18 February, around 22:30, explosions were heard in Kyiv as a result of air defence forces responding to  Russian drones.

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