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Russian Drone Strike Hits SBU Headquarters in Central Kyiv

A Russian drone struck the headquarters of Ukraine's security services in central Kyiv on Friday, injuring at least five people. President Volodymyr Zelensky has ordered a retaliatory response to the attack.

Russian Drone Strike Hits SBU Headquarters in Central Kyiv

A Russian drone strike targeted the headquarters of Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) in the heart of Kyiv on Friday, causing injuries and prompting a vow of retaliation from the Ukrainian leadership. The attack, which occurred in the city center, resulted in at least five people being wounded, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the strike on the SBU building, located on Volodymyrska Street, noting that the projectile was aimed directly at the office of the agency's head, Oleksandr Poklad. The site of the impact is situated in a prominent area of the capital, directly opposite the St. Sophia Cathedral. Following the incident, emergency responders were seen at the scene, with images circulating in local media showing smoke billowing from the structure.

Details of the Attack and Official Response

In the immediate aftermath of the strike, President Zelensky confirmed that he had consulted with the SBU chief regarding the incident. He subsequently issued instructions to the security agency to prepare a tangible response that mirrors the nature of the attack against Russian targets. While the Ukrainian government has identified the weapon as a drone, international observers have noted that Russia has increasingly utilized jet-powered drones in recent daytime operations, which present significant challenges for existing air defense systems.