Zelenskiy warns Russia of strong response to independence day attacks

Several media reports, including one by CNN, say they have confirmed Ukraine was responsible, citing anonymous Ukrainian officials.

Kyiv is far from the frontlines and has rarely been hit by Russian missiles since Ukraine repelled a ground offensive to seize the capital in March, but some Kyiv restaurants have been closing early this week because of the perceived increased threat.

After the attack, which Russian security services blamed on Ukraine, a host of prominent pro-Putin figures called for revenge. Ukraine denies responsibility.

A spokesperson for the UN rights office said it was concerned about Russian attempts to try Ukrainian prisoners of war in the coming days, saying the process could amount to a war crime.