The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reported from the scene of the attack, which targeted a nine-storey block of flats in the Ukrainian capital. Eyewitnesses described the sound of explosions and the sight of smoke billowing from the building, which was reduced to rubble. The attack is the latest in a series of strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine, which has been embroiled in conflict with Russia since 2014.
According to reports, many people are feared dead or injured in the attack, which is believed to have been carried out by Russian forces. The UK Government has condemned the attack and advised Britons to exercise caution in the region. The Foreign Office has warned against all but essential travel to Ukraine, citing the ongoing conflict and the risk of violence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed to hold Russia accountable for the attack, which he described as a 'war crime'. The international community has also condemned the strike, with many leaders calling for an immediate end to the conflict. The UK has pledged continued support to Ukraine, including military aid and humanitarian assistance.
The attack has raised concerns about the safety of civilians in Ukraine, many of whom are trapped in conflict zones. The UK Government has urged Britons to check the Foreign Office's travel advice website for the latest information on the situation in Ukraine.
As the situation in Ukraine continues to deteriorate, the UK Government is working to ensure the safe evacuation of British nationals from the region. The Foreign Office has established a dedicated hotline for Britons in need of assistance.