Russian missile attack hits Kiev energy infrastructure and residential areas

Russian forces launched a ballistic missile attack on Kiev on the night of Tuesday, October 13, 2026, causing significant damage to the CHPP-4 power station and a residential building. According to Mayor Vitali Klitschko, at least two people were killed and 21 others were injured, four of whom are in critical condition. The strikes resulted in power outages across the capital.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack, noting it was the second such strike in 24 hours that occurred without prior warning from Western allies. He expressed frustration, stating that Ukrainian air defense systems only detected the missiles upon their arrival at the capital. Zelenskyy also suggested that these actions demonstrate Russia's disregard for the reported energy truce previously mentioned by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham in London to discuss the acceleration of ground-to-air missile deliveries to strengthen Ukraine's defense. The ongoing tensions follow recent friction regarding U.S. intelligence support and reports of a deal involving Russian diesel, further complicating the geopolitical landscape surrounding the conflict.