Kyiv experienced a missile attack early on July 6, with several explosions reported in and around the city, according to witnesses and Ukrainian officials. The assault involved Russian missiles and drones, prompting active air defense responses over the capital.

Mayor Vitali Klitschko indicated that a residential building in the central Podil district was struck during the attack. He noted on Telegram that residents were trapped on the seventh through ninth floors of the damaged structure, raising immediate concerns for their safety and rescue efforts.

The attack forms part of ongoing military hostilities amid the broader conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with Kyiv frequently targeted in recent months. Ukrainian authorities and emergency responders have been mobilized to assess the damage and assist those affected by the missile strikes.

Air defense systems were reportedly engaged in intercepting Russian drones, underscoring the continued threat faced by the city’s infrastructure and civilian population. Further updates on casualties or the status of those trapped were not immediately available.