Russia launched a heavy overnight attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, using a combination of ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and attack drones. The attack began late at night and continued into the early morning, forcing air raid sirens to sound across the city. Many residents quickly left their homes and took shelter in underground metro stations and safe shelters as explosions echoed throughout Kyiv. The strikes caused serious damage in several parts of the city. Residential apartment buildings were hit, and some sections collapsed after being struck by missiles. Fires broke out in homes, offices, and nearby buildings. Emergency crews, firefighters, police officers, and medical teams rushed to the affected areas to rescue people trapped under the rubble and provide treatment to the injured. Rescue operations continued for hours after the attack because officials feared more people were still buried beneath the debris. Ukrainian officials said several people were killed and many others were injured in the overnight assault. The number of casualties could increase as search teams continue to clear damaged buildings. Authorities asked residents to stay away from the affected areas so emergency workers could carry out rescue efforts safely and quickly. The attack also damaged important civilian infrastructure, including roads, power facilities, and public buildings. Some neighborhoods experienced power outages and disruptions to services. Thick smoke could be seen rising above parts of the capital as firefighters worked to bring multiple fires under control. Despite Ukraine's air defense systems intercepting many incoming missiles and drones, several weapons reached their targets and caused widespread destruction. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack and said Russia continues to target civilian areas instead of military positions. He thanked emergency workers for their efforts and again called on Ukraine's international partners to provide stronger air defense systems to better protect cities from future missile and drone attacks. Ukrainian officials said the country will continue defending itself against Russian attacks. Russia has increased the use of long-range missiles and drones in recent months, leading to repeated overnight attacks on Ukrainian cities. Kyiv has remained one of the main targets because it is the country's political and administrative center. The latest strike came only days after another deadly attack on the capital, showing that the conflict remains intense despite international efforts to reduce the fighting. The war between Russia and Ukraine has now continued for several years, causing thousands of deaths, widespread destruction, and the displacement of millions of people. International leaders continue to call for peace, while humanitarian organizations stress the need to protect civilians caught in the conflict. As rescue teams continue their work in Kyiv, many families are left mourning loved ones and assessing the damage caused by another night of violence.