Russian Drone and Missile Attack on Kyiv Kills 6 People and Injures at Least 35

A Russian drone attack in the Sumy industrial zone causes a large plume of smoke, Ukraine, on November 14, 2025. (Photo by Francisco Richart Barbeira/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing six people and wounding at least 35, including a pregnant woman. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday’s assault targeted high-rise apartment blocks and was intended to harm civilians. The attack, which also hit Odesa and Kharkiv, is the biggest on Kyiv in almost three weeks. Ukraine used American-made Patriot air defense systems to shoot down 14 missiles. In response, Ukraine has launched its own drones and missiles against Russian targets. Moscow officials deny targeting civilian areas, claiming they hit military facilities.