McDonald's Ukraine plans to rebuild oldest Kyiv branch after missile strike

McDonald's Ukraine announced plans to rebuild its oldest branch in Kyiv after it was damaged by a Russian missile strike. The restaurant, which opened in 1997, is located near the Lukianivska metro station. No employees were injured during the attack. The missile strike was part of a larger assault, with Ukraine's air force reporting 39 drones and four ballistic missiles launched at the country. Casualties included three deaths and several injuries in the Shevchenkivskyi district, where debris from downed missiles caused damage. Regional authorities noted that various buildings, including a catering facility and a shopping complex, were affected. McDonald's emphasized that safety protocols allowed employees to reach shelters in time during the attack.