Russia pounds Kyiv in massive ballistic missile attack 2026

Russia carried out one of its biggest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, launching a five-hour assault that left at least six people dead and dozens injured. The attack, which involved about 40 Iskander-M and hypersonic Zircon missiles, caused widespread fires and damage across the capital, shaking homes and triggering car alarms.

Details of the Attack on Kyiv

Residents heard an air raid siren at 1:30 a.m., followed by the sound of air defenses and a series of explosions. Dozens of missiles arrived in less than an hour, hitting several districts. A three-story building caught fire in the central Shevchenkivskyi district, where rescuers dug out trapped individuals and recovered a body. Four other areas were hit, with fires reported at offices, residential buildings, and a dormitory.

The Lukianivska metro station, where residents were sheltering, suffered a ceiling collapse due to a massive blast wave. The station has been temporarily closed. Kyiv’s mayor, Vitali Klitschko, confirmed seven people were wounded, while the city military administration reported one fatality.

Strike on Cargo Ship Near Odesa

In a separate incident, a Russian missile strike hit a Turkish-owned cargo ship carrying grain near Odesa. Ukraine’s navy reported that Russia launched three cruise missiles at the Golden Leo, which flies the flag of Guinea-Bissau, as it left a combat zone with grain. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga said the crew included citizens of Syria and India. Six sailors were confirmed dead, four are missing, and two were injured.

Comparison of Recent Russian Missile Attacks

Key Takeaways

• Russia launched a massive five-hour ballistic missile assault on Kyiv, using Iskander-M and Zircon missiles.
• At least six people were killed and dozens injured in the capital.
• A separate strike on a grain cargo ship near Odesa killed six sailors.
• Infrastructure damage included fires at residential buildings and a metro station collapse.

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