During an air raid alert declared because of the threat of ballistic weapons, explosions were heard in the capital.

This was reported by an Ukrinform correspondent.

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned of the threat of ballistic weapons from the north.

Soon after, the military recorded several ballistic missiles heading toward the capital.

Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that air defense was operating in the capital and urged residents to stay in shelters.