A Russian strike on a warehouse and ammunition depot west of Kyiv on August 28, 2026, has become the deadliest attack of the year. The death toll has risen to 38 people, with four others still missing. This event marks one of the deadliest strikes to hit the region since the start of the Russian invasion.
In a separate attack late Saturday, a Russian drone strike on Kyiv left at least three people injured. President Zelensky has conceded that Ukraine is struggling to counter the fast-flying jet-propelled drones that Russia is increasingly deploying.
Russia's Defence Ministry has announced preparations for massive strikes against Ukraine's energy and infrastructure before winter. The Kremlin stated these strikes would be an appropriate response to what it describes as Ukraine's path of escalation.
These developments come as four years of fighting show no sign of nearing a diplomatic end, with Moscow warning of a fresh bombing campaign.