Ukraine: gunman opens fire in Kyiv, killing several people, mayor Vitali Klitschko said

Published connected 18/04/2026 - 17:37 GMT+2•Updated 17:47

At slightest 5 radical person been killed successful a shooting which occurred successful the Holosiivskyi territory of the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, taking hostages and leaving a kid injured. “Medics are transporting her to the hospital. Wounded adults are being examined and provided with assistance connected site,” Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko wrote.

" Ukraine’s Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko has conscionable reported that the attacker successful Kyiv who opened occurrence connected civilians has been eliminated", Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote connected X.

" All the circumstances are being established. At present, 5 radical person been confirmed killed. My condolences to the families and loved ones. Ten radical are presently hospitalized with injuries and trauma. All are receiving the indispensable assistance. Four hostages person been rescued", the President said.