At least two people were killed in a Russian missile attack on Kyiv, as Moscow said it carried out a "large-scale attack" across Ukraine. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the victims died in a fire in the densely populated Darnytskyi district. Russia's Defence Ministry said it struck targets in Kyiv and other regions, including port facilities in Odesa.

Oct 7, 2026

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Russia Missile Strike on Kyiv Kills 3 as Ukraine Names New Defense Minister

Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv early on August 20, killing at least 3 people and wounding 20, according to local authorities. The strike occurred as Ukraine's parliament approved Yevhenii Khmara as the new defense minister, amid political unrest following the dismissal of his predecessor.

Aug 20, 2026