Russian invaders deliberately targeted a critical infrastructure facility in Kyiv in the afternoon, the first such attack in the capital in several months.

According to Ukrinform, Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko reported this on Telegram.

He said residents of the Desnianskyi and parts of the Dniprovskyi districts could experience disruptions to their hot water supply. Specialists are working to restore the damaged infrastructure.

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As reported, since midday on August 20, air raid alerts have been declared three times in Kyiv due to Russian drones. Authorities warned that air defense systems were operating. The threat is ongoing.