# Russian ballistic missiles rock Kyiv as air defenses engage

https://mins.news/en/item/71409

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-23 22:28 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/russian-ballistic-missiles-rock-kyiv-as-air-defenses-engaged/

> Ballistic missile explosions shook Kyiv overnight on Sept. 24 as Ukrainian air defenses responded. The Air Force warned that at least two missiles were heading toward the capital, while loud blasts were heard downtown. Authorities had not reported casualties or damage at the time of writing.

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