Russia launched a large-scale missile attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital city, on May 2026. At least four people were killed and dozens more were injured in the strikes. The attack hit multiple locations across the city using missiles fired from inside Russian territory.
These attacks have been happening regularly since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began in 2022. Russia has continued using long-range missiles and drones to target cities far from the front lines of fighting. Ukraine's air defense systems work to shoot down incoming missiles, but some still get through to hit their targets.
Ordinary people living in Kyiv are affected most directly by these attacks. Families take shelter in basements and subway stations when sirens warn of incoming missiles. Workers and students face constant disruptions as they shelter from danger, and some have left the city entirely to escape the risk. Hospitals and rescue workers have to treat the injured and search through rubble for survivors.
Ukraine's government said it would continue defending the country and asked allies for more air defense weapons. President Trump's administration has discussed the ongoing military aid to Ukraine, though no changes to current support have been announced. International organizations continue to document civilian casualties and call for a negotiated end to the conflict.