The Ukrainian capital Kyiv has been targeted by further Russian air attacks, described by one official as “exceptional in density”.
Ukraine said all 18 missiles were shot down and footage showed air defences destroying targets over the city.
But Russia said its attack – which used drones and missiles – had hit all its targets.
Moscow has stepped up its air campaign in recent weeks, ahead of an expected Ukrainian offensive.
Anti-air systems supplied by the Allies saved many lives tonight. 18 out of 18 missiles were shot down in #Kyiv. Among them 6 hypersonic Kinzhals.
Help The Armed Forces Of 🇺🇦 to defend #Kyiv and other 🇺🇦 cities. Give #Ukraine weapons, #F16sForUkraine @POTUS @NATO pic.twitter.com/YLmP6h3oOd
— ANTS (@ANTS_NGO) May 16, 2023
