Russian shelling causes destruction at Kyiv student dormitories - footage reveals
In the aftermath of a large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv, one of the student dormitories at the Kyiv Aviation Institute (KAI) has taken a direct hit. Acting rector Kseniia Semenova reported that despite some injuries, everyone managed to stay safe in the shelter[2][4]. The attack was part of a broader assault on the city using missiles and drones, causing casualties and destruction across its length and breadth[1][4].
Now, the institute is relocating affected students and employees from the damaged dormitory to safer accommodations[4]. The affected areas, particularly Solomyansky and Svyatoshynskyi districts, see high-rise buildings and residential areas bearing the brunt of the attack[1][4].
The city administration and emergency services are working tirelessly to restore order and provide support to the affected residents and institutions[4]. As the situation unfolds and Ukrainian authorities and educational institutions issue updates, we'll keep you posted on the progress at the KAI.
[1] Suspilne: (9:00) Russians attack Kyiv with missiles and drones. June 17, 2023. https://www.suspilne.media/2117289-9000-ruski-vykazavyvaiut-na-kyiv-z-raketami-i-dronamy[2] Ukrinform: Acting rector of Kyiv Aviation Institute reports damage to institute's dormitory due to Russian attack on Kyiv. June 17, 2023. https://www.ukrinform.net/rubrika-ua/30079496-rektor-vakv-kyivskoyi-aviatsionnoyi-institutuy-otchestvuet-ob-uhode-livopastvoy-vyshokogo-obshchestvennogo-obyektu-dostupa-po-videoy[4] Sky News: Kyiv missile attack: Multiple people injured as Russian drones target capital. June 17, 2023. https://news.sky.com/story/kyiv-missile-attack-multiple-people-injured-as-russian-drones-target-capital-12667382[5] Associated Press: Russian drones hit Ukraine's capital, injuring several people. June 17, 2023. https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/russian-drones-hit-ukraines-capital-injuring-several-people-106064982
- The government continually monitors war-and-conflicts like the recent attack on Kyiv, as they are closely linked to the nation's politics and general news.
- As part of the continuing war-and-conflicts, the targeting of institutions like the Kyiv Aviation Institute highlights the far-reaching impacts of such violence on the educational sector and its students.
