Russia launched missile attack on Ukrainian capital Kiev for the first time since August this year. Explosions occurred across Kiev on Wednesday (November 13). Women and children took refuge in underground metro stations.

Ukrainians have been fearing this for a long time. Because winter is approaching. At this time, Russia may increase attacks targeting energy facilities.

The Ukrainian Air Force said that two cruise missiles, two ballistic missiles and 37 drones were shot down by air defense systems. Moreover, no casualties have been reported in Kiev so far.

The head of the Ukrainian presidential office, Andriy Yermak, said that Russian President Vladimir Putin initiated the missile attack on Kiev.

Earlier this year, Russia carried out a massive attack on Ukrainian energy facilities. This caused severe power outages in the country.

However, even though the situation has somewhat normalized, there are fears that the Kremlin may increase such attacks again.