Ukraine updates: Russia launches attack on Kyiv — military

Explosions were heard in the capital city, Kyiv, as air raid sirens warning of an attack sounded throughout Ukraine early Wednesday. DW has the latest.

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Ukraine's military said its air defense systems were repelling the airstrikes launched by Russia overnight into Wednesday.

Several blasts were heard in and around Kyiv, DW reports, with air raid alerts in place throughout Ukraine.

Meanwhile, the United States has approved the deployment of another Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine, according to media reports.

Here's a look at the latest developments regarding Russia's war in Ukraine on Wednesday, June 12: