Russia Steps Up Targeting Ukrainian Cities; Ballistic Missiles Launched From Crimea

A Ukrainian serviceman inspects the damage to a building at the Pecherskyi district, after a Russian air attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, on March 25, 2024. Vadim Ghirda/AP Photo

KYIV, Ukraine—Russia launched missiles against Kyiv for the third time in five days Monday, part of an apparent escalation of aerial bombardment of Ukrainian cities as the war stretches into its third year.

Seven people were injured in the strike on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko said.