Explosions Rock Kyiv Amid Warnings of Ballistic Missile Attack

Several powerful explosions shook the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, early Tuesday amid warnings of a ballistic missile attack.

Air defence systems were activated as the blasts rang out across the city.

An air raid alert was also issued, coinciding with the explosions and the air defence response.

The initial account did not confirm whether ballistic missiles had struck the capital or provide details of casualties or damage.