Western diplomats in Kyiv post their reactions to the ongoing Russian missile attack on Ukraine.

"Explosions in Kyiv. Back to working in the basement for now," British Ambassador Melinda Simmons wrote.

Explosions in #Kyiv. Back to working in the basement for now.

— Melinda Simmons (@MelSimmonsFCDO) November 23, 2022

"More cruel missile strikes across the country as Russia tries to punish Ukraine for daring to be free. I have seen the strength of the people of Ukraine, and I know Russia’s attempt to dominate Ukraine by plunging it into the cold and dark will fail. We stand with Ukraine," tweeted US Ambassador Bridget Brink.

More cruel missile strikes across the country as Russia tries to punish Ukraine for daring to be free. I have seen the strength of the people of Ukraine, and I know Russia’s attempt to dominate Ukraine by plunging it into the cold and dark will fail. We stand with Ukraine.

— Ambassador Bridget A. Brink (@USAmbKyiv) November 23, 2022

French Ambassador Etienne de Ponsins shared a photo from the basement where he had to go down together with the Ukrainian minister.

"The ordinary life of the French team in Kyiv right now. Working meeting with Deputy Minister of Economy A. Gryban interrupted by Russian missile strikes. We continue the interview in the shelter. I express my solidarity with Ukraine," the ambassador wrote.

La vie ordinaire de l'équipe de @FranceenUkraine à #Kyiv en ce moment. Rendez-vous de travail avec le vice-ministre de l'économie A. Gryban interrompu par les frappes de missiles 🇷🇺. Nous poursuivons l'entretien dans l'abri. Solidarité 🇫🇷🇺🇦 https://t.co/RDHtOdAEI6 pic.twitter.com/vhaLvVFMoC

— Etienne de Poncins (@EdePoncins) November 23, 2022

On Wednesday, 23 November, Russian troops launched more than 10 cruise missiles against Ukraine.

Meanwhile, the European Parliament voted to support the resolution recognising Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism.