03.02.2026 13:54
Due to Russian airstrikes, civilians in Kiev once again had to take shelter in metro stations, spending the night on cold floors, including children.
The capital of Ukraine, Kyiv, once again became the scene of a dark night due to Russia's airstrikes. As sirens blared throughout the city, hundreds of civilians sought refuge in metro stations to save their lives. Among them were people, including children, who tried to sleep on the cold concrete floor for hours.
THE METRO BECAME A TEMPORARY SHELTER
After the attack alarm, the Kyiv metro once again became a temporary shelter. Families wrapped in blankets were seen sleeping on camping chairs or directly on the ground, while some children were unable to close their eyes out of fear. The photos reflected scenes of small children lying on the ground with sleep masks, while adults followed news updates on their phones.
THEY TARGETED WITH DRONES
Authorities stated that Russia has been targeting Kyiv and its surroundings, especially at night, with Shahed-type drones, which is why civilians have been leaving their homes and heading to metro stations. The ongoing threat of attacks has once again shown that sleepless and anxious nights have become routine for those living in the city.
THE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IS DEEPENING
Ukrainian officials and international observers point out that these attacks targeting civilian infrastructure are deepening the humanitarian crisis. For those living in Kyiv, metro stations are now seen not just as a transportation point but as a survival area. At the end of the night, the sirens fell silent, but sleepless children, frozen floors, and an unending fear remained behind.