**Kyiv, September 30, 2024** — Kyiv was rocked by multiple explosions overnight as Russian forces unleashed a barrage of drone attacks targeting the Ukrainian capital. The attacks triggered a three-hour battle between the city’s air defense systems and incoming waves of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), causing a series of blasts that echoed across the city.Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that the drones were spotted over the city’s Obolon district and urged residents to seek shelter. “Several Russian UAVs are still present above the capital and surrounding areas,” Klitschko stated. “Our air defense forces are actively engaged.”Witnesses described hearing frequent explosions, believed to be the result of air defense systems intercepting the drones. As of 1 a.m., air raid alerts were in effect not only in Kyiv but also across the surrounding regions and much of eastern Ukraine.Although there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, the persistent air raid warnings serve as a grim reminder of the ongoing intensity of Russia’s aerial campaign. The Ukrainian military and local authorities have continued to urge residents to stay vigilant and remain in shelters during the ongoing assault.This latest attack marks a continuation of the drone and missile strikes that have become a routine part of life in Kyiv, highlighting the resilience of the city amid continued efforts by Russian forces to break Ukraine’s defenses.#Ukraine #Kyiv #Russia #DroneAttack #WarInUkraine