The Latest Breaking News from Kyiv

Russia pounds Kyiv in deadliest strike this year; military, energy sites and airports hit

Russia launched its deadliest attack on Ukraine's capital this year early Thursday, killing at least 27 people, injuring 91 others, and damaging around 130 buildings across the city. 74 missiles and 496 drones were launched by Russia overnight, the Ukrainian air force said.

The Times of India · Jul 3

Ukraine war briefing: Both sides vow to escalate fighting after Russia’s deadly Kyiv barrage

Zelenskyy says his forces will ‘definitely’ retaliate over Russian bombardment of capital as Kremlin vows to ramp up pressure. What we know on day 1,591

The Guardian - AU · Jul 3

Russian Assault on Kyiv Leaves at Least 20 Innocent Civilians Dead in Most Massive Aerial Attack Yet

Russia's largest aerial assault on Kyiv killed 20 and injured over 90, with missiles and drones causing destruction and sparking urgent calls for stronger air defence support.

International Business Times UK · Jul 2

Ukraine calls for air defences as Russia threatens more strikes on Kyiv after overnight attack

After an overnight assault that killed at least 20 people in Ukraine, the Kremlin stated it will increase the pace of its attacks to achieve its goals.

Euronews · Jul 2

Keir Starmer ‘utterly appalled’ by deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv

Moscow’s strikes killed at least 18 people in the Ukrainian capital and injured scores more.

Evening Standard · Jul 2

Putin unleashes 'night of horror' on Ukraine, 21 killed; message for Nato ahead of key meet?

Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults of the war overnight, killing at least 21 people and injuring more than 90 in Kyiv, as President Vladimir Putin intensified pressure on Ukraine just days before President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to press Nato allies for additional air defence support.

The Times of India · Jul 2

Major Russian attack kills 20 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes batter Moscow's oil sector

Kyiv endured a devastating 11-hour drone and missile assault, claiming at least 20 civilian lives and injuring many more. Moscow stated the attack was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities. The bombardment, which saw residential buildings damaged, highlights the escalating conflict and Ukraine's efforts to pressure Russia through…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

EU targets Russian drone-makers with sanctions following massive strikes on Kyiv

The new sanctions will target Russia's military-industrial complex, including firms that manufacture Shahed and Geran drone components.

Euronews · Jul 2

Smoke rises over Kyiv after Russian overnight strikes

Smoke rises over Kyiv after a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack overnight that killed at least eight people and injured dozens.

Euronews · Jul 2

At least 27 dead as Russia launches massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv

More than 70 missiles fired at Ukraine capital as Russia faces fuel shortages after strikes against its oil refineries

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2