Russian drone attack hits Kyiv gas stations, warehouses, officials say
The attacks came on the same day that Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Kyiv of the potential for a new large-scale strike by Russia, referencing intelligence reports.
In the early hours of September 23, Russian drones struck warehouses and gas stations in two districts of Kyiv's capital, local authorities reported. Mayor Vitali Klitschko informed of drone debris falling in the Solomianskyi district, causing a fire near a transportation company. Additionally, the Holosiivskyi district experienced targeted attacks on a gas station and warehouses.
The extent of damage was yet to be determined. This incident followed a warning from Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, on September 11, about the possibility of a significant Russian offensive, based on intelligence reports.
Kyiv authorities are grappling with the lack of resources to construct shelters for every gas station, along with a shortage of weapons necessary to counter Russian drones and missiles. Klitschko mentioned these challenges on September 11. Recently, Russia has adopted a new approach of drones launching prolonged attacks on Kyiv, causing residents to remain in shelters throughout the day and night. Additionally, Ukraine successfully struck a Russian drone storage and launch site in Oryol Oblast, damaging five launchers.
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