Air defense forces were activated in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast to counter the Russian missile attack.
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The Kyiv City Military Administration reported that air defence forces were activated in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast.
Russia launched 12 missiles at Kyiv Oblast on June 16, 2023, which were intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses.
It later said it had destroyed six Kinzhals, six Kalibr cruise missiles and two reconnaissance drones.
Air defense is working in the capital and there was a reported threat of using ballistic weapons.
Kalibr launches from the Black Sea have been recorded, prompting air alerts in Kyiv and regions.
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