Kyiv’s civilians are in crisis as Russian strikes intensify, exposing a deadly flaw: most bomb shelters are useless. Out of 4,000 designated spots, barely 500 are functional, while metro stations—often the only option—are overcrowded, damaged, or in disrepair. Frustration boils over as residents report being turned away or finding shelters in shambles, while officials blame bureaucracy and delays. With ballistic missiles becoming more common, the city’s $24 million shelter repair budget feels woefully inadequate. Civilians are left scrambling for safety, caught between broken promises and escalating danger.

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