The Russian air attack was repelled by aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare units, and mobile fire groups of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Defense Forces. Read also: Russia rains Shaheds and bombs on Ukraine: Three killed in Zaporizhzhya,

At least 65 people, including children, have been injured in the strike, officials say, as US-Russia discussions focus on a Black Sea deal.

The attack on the capital occurred ahead of expected ceasefire negotiations in Saudi Arabia in which Ukraine and Russia are expected to hold indirect U.S.-mediated talks.