https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/at-least-2-killed-kyiv-as-russia-slams-capital-with-missile-drones-on-putin-s-74th-birthdayContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/at-least-2-killed-kyiv-as-russia-slams-capital-with-missile-drones-on-putin-s-74th-birthdayhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/at-least-2-killed-kyiv-as-russia-slams-capital-with-missile-drones-on-putin-s-74th-birthday#u111641Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:50:32 +0000Russia launched a massive wave of missile and drone attacks targeting Kyiv, killing at least two people in a fire caused by the strikes. Strong explosions rocked the Ukrainian capital as ballistic missiles hit the area. The assault coincided with a visit by Germany's chancellor to the city and fell on the birthday of Russian leadership. Emergency services responded to fires and damage across the capital as the bombardment threatened vital infrastructure, including bridges.Why it mattersThe aerial bombardment marks an escalation in targeting Kyiv's vital lifelines, such as local bridg