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A Ukrainian drone campaign has expanded its strikes into Russia, hitting Wildberries warehouses in Krasnodar and Stavropol regions and causing casualties and fires. Attacks have also targeted logistics hubs and an oil depot, while Russia and Ukraine have exchanged strikes near Ukraine’s ports and in the Black Sea region.
Since July 18 Ukraine has struck multiple Wildberries warehouses across Russia, causing fires, deaths and major stock losses. The campaign has put at least 1.5 million sq m of warehouse space out of operation, forced evacuations and pushed merchants toward bankruptcy. Wildberries and Russia are discussing compensation and possible state support.
Ukraine has reported that North Korea has deployed missile personnel and thousands of troops to western Russia and the Kursk region and that Moscow has used North Korean KN-23/KN-24 missiles in recent strikes. Kyiv, Western analysts and local officials say the transfers increase Russia's ballistic missile capacity at a time when Ukraine lacks high-end air defences.
Ukrainian drone attacks have struck multiple Wildberries warehouses and nearby energy and port facilities across Russia's Volga and southern regions over recent weeks, causing fires, evacuations and injuries. Russian authorities say they have intercepted hundreds of drones; Wildberries says some logistics centres have halted operations but denies assisting the military.
Kyiv is hit by a new wave of Russian strikes, killing civilians and damaging residential and commercial buildings. Ukraine reports ongoing air defence efforts, while officials urge patience as Western Patriot systems are pushed for to counter the attacks.
Ukraine has intensified efforts to bolster air defences amid ongoing Russian strikes. Kyiv seeks expanded Western support, including air defence and intelligence-sharing, as a new round of diplomacy with the United States outlines possible arms deliveries and security guarantees. Britain pledges continued backing with technology transfers to help Ukraine defend its skies.
A drone has crashed into a busy Gelendzhik beach on the Russian Black Sea coast, injuring around 40 people. Russian officials say the incident was a deliberate attack by Kyiv, while Kyiv denies civilian targeting. A specialist medical team is at the scene; several victims are in serious condition. The event follows Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and related incidents in Ukraine.
Ukrainian drones target a Wildberries facility near Moscow, killing and injuring several. Russia counters with drone interceptions and strikes across multiple regions, including St. Petersburg and Belgorod. The events mark a renewed flare in the Ukraine conflict and affect civilian infrastructure.
A soldier opened fire in Khmelnytske, Sevastopol, killing at least four people including two soldiers and three civilians before being detained. Ukraine-linked drone activity and strikes within Crimea are part of ongoing hostilities; authorities urge calm as investigations continue.
Drones and glide bombs have intensified attacks across Ukraine and Russia. Ukrainian drones continue targeting deep inside Russia, while Russia strikes Ukrainian ports and civilian infrastructure, causing casualties and property damage. Both sides report strikes on multiple fronts, with no independently verifiable casualty figures.
Russian forces have launched large overnight missile-and-drone strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. Ukrainian officials have reported dozens of deaths and widespread damage to residential buildings, a school and the Lithuanian embassy. President Volodymyr Zelensky has said delays in deliveries of anti‑ballistic interceptors have worsened casualties and urged expedited air‑defence support.
Zelenskyy has warned that air-defence shortages could worsen as Russia launches a wave of ballistic missiles and drones. Ukraine is relying on allies for Patriot interceptors, with talks about domestic production and European partnerships intensifying. At least 17 people have been killed across Kyiv and surrounding areas, while drones have been largely shot down.
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian oil facilities deep inside Russia, hitting refineries in Bashneft-Novoil and Slavneft-Yanos, and carrying out Black Sea operations against vessels. The moves aim to disrupt Moscow’s war-financing oil revenues as fighting continues and civilian infrastructure faces pressure.
Ukraine has hit Bashneft-Novoil and Slavneft-Yanos refineries inside Russia, aiming to cut Moscow’s oil revenue. Kyiv says two patrol boats and shadow fleet vessels were struck in the Black Sea as part of its response. Russia reports drone interceptions and damage to a Wildberries warehouse.
Long-range Ukrainian drones have hit multiple Wildberries logistics hubs across Russia, including a warehouse in Yekaterinburg that has burned. Russian officials say hundreds of drones have been intercepted during recent waves of attacks. Kyiv is using the strikes to disrupt Russian logistics and economic capacity while Russia reports civilian casualties from reciprocal strikes in Ukraine.
European defence budgets are rising as leaders consider a Europe-led NATO amid growing concerns over Russia. The shift could see the US provide less conventional support, prompting plans for a more autonomous European security framework while core allies vow unity in the face of potential Russian aggression.
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Wildberries logistics hubs inside Russia, destroying warehouses and disrupting the online retailer’s distribution network. Reuters and other outlets report fires and significant material losses as Kyiv presses the campaign to pressure Moscow’s war economy, with the latest attacks following a string of recent incidents.
This week long-range Ukrainian drones and Russian missiles have struck cities deep inside Russia and across Ukraine. Attacks on Nizhnekamsk have killed and wounded dozens; Russia says it intercepted hundreds of Ukrainian drones. Kyiv and Moscow have exchanged heavy strikes that have damaged energy and civilian infrastructure and caused multiple civilian deaths and injuries.
Ukrainian and allied officials report that Russia is expanding North Korean military reinforcement while warning of a broader regional threat. A WHO warehouse in Dnipro was destroyed, triggering renewed calls to protect health facilities. Ukrainian drone strikes have intensified, drawing regional casualties and infrastructure damage.
Ukraine has expanded its use of long-range drones and ground robots to strike deep into Russia and support frontline operations. Drones pilot from distant centers, while ground robots carry supplies, evacuate wounded, and coordinate with aerial attacks. The shift signals a technological turn in warfare and raises questions about escalation and civilian risk.
Ukraine has described Russian missile strikes as an escalation, with attacks on Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv and Donetsk leaving multiple casualties. Kyiv calls for stronger air defenses and further sanctions while Ukraine conducts drone strikes inside Russia. Western capitals face pressure to bolster interceptors as the conflict intensifies.
The Kremlin’s campaign has targeted energy facilities and a major refinery in Bashkortostan, with Ukrainian forces striking Salavat and Orsk. The attacks compound Russia’s refining shortages amid the war, while civilian casualties are reported and infrastructure damage grows across multiple regions.
A blast in Sevastopol has killed a Russian Defense Ministry officer, with a Russian national detained on suspicion of carrying out the attack on behalf of Ukrainian intelligence. Authorities say the suspect acted on Kyiv’s instructions while the wider security picture remains murky, as Kyiv denies involvement.
The UN confirms July was the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians since the invasion began, with 437 killed and 2,610 injured. Long-range weapons remain the main cause, and Kyiv calls for more air defences as Ukraine expands long-range strikes against Russian targets.
Russia has launched overnight strikes on Ukraine’s Izmail port infrastructure along the Danube, injuring civilians and damaging a Togo-flagged vessel. Ukraine and Russia report targeting military cargo in the port area; attacks follow a broader wave of drone and missile activity across the region.
Ukraine has intensified strikes inside Russia, hitting Wildberries warehouses and other military-linked sites. Moscow reports drone activity and airspace disruptions as Kyiv targets logistics to undermine Moscow’s war effort.
Missile and drone attacks hit Kyiv and surrounding regions, leaving multiple fatalities and injuries. Authorities report damage to residential areas, a medical facility, and a school; NATO and neighboring states warn of heightened tensions as Russia's campaign and Ukraine's response continue.
Petrol queues have stretched across Moscow and surrounding regions as Ukrainian drone strikes press refineries and logistics bottlenecks worsen fuel supply. Authorities have imposed purchase limits and tightened enforcement as demonstrations and fines accompany the crisis. The situation has deepened regional strain amid ongoing sanctions and the war in Ukraine.
Russian missiles and drones have struck Kryvyi Rih, Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia amid intensified fighting. Ukrainian officials report dozens dead or injured, with rescue operations ongoing and the UN warning of a high civilian toll.
A daytime Russian drone strike has hit a busy shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih, President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hometown, in two waves. Rescue teams have continued searching the rubble; authorities have reported at least 14 dead, about 121–130 wounded and several people missing, including children. Kyiv has renewed appeals for more air-defence support.
Ukrainian drones strike an Ozon logistics center in Chapayevsk, Samara region, disrupting operations. Moscow says drones have been repelled, while other attacks have damaged facilities and left casualties in several regions. This is the latest in a series of drone strikes targeting Russia’s economic infrastructure amid the broader conflict.
The UK has reaffirmed its support for Ukraine as Prime Minister Burnham travels to Kyiv to chair the coalition of the willing, attend Independence Day events and highlight UK arms and diplomatic assistance. London says Ukraine’s security is Britain’s security, and Moscow warns of consequences as the UK advances defence collaboration.
Ukraine has expanded drone strikes against Russia’s e-commerce logistics, broadening from Wildberries to Ozon. Attacks have damaged multiple Ozon hubs across Dagestan, Krasnodar, Adygea and nearby regions, sparking evacuations and sharp declines in Ozon shares. Analysts say the campaign is aimed at disrupting Russia’s fragile wartime economy.
The Guardian reports a surge in Russian strikes that have killed civilians and targeted Ukrainian infrastructure. France seeks to accelerate an anti-missile coalition and license missile production for Ukraine, while Kyiv receives assurances on Western military aid. Several cities face attacks, with casualties and damage across Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, Odesa and Zaporizhzhia.
European NATO forces face critical Patriot interceptor shortfalls as stocks have moved to the Middle East for Iran-related operations. Officials warn gaps could leave allies vulnerable to ballistic missiles, with Ukraine bearing the brunt while stocks rebound toward 2030. Ukraine is seeking more air-defence support and there is talk of SCALP missile production lines.
Leaders from 34 countries are meeting in Kyiv on Ukraine’s Independence Day to pledge additional air defences and military aid. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is co-chairing the Coalition of the Willing, with France and Germany, and will authorize the release of classified blueprints for the SCALP missile to support Ukrainian production. EU funds are also being stepped up to bolster Ukraine’s shield as Russia escalates strikes.
Russia faces continued drone campaigns targeting oil refineries and logistics hubs. A government decree expands state involvement in damaged infrastructure to secure safety and speed repairs, while Kyiv presses for deeper strikes on Moscow's capabilities. The move signals a push to protect critical assets amid sustained pressure.
A string of drone and missile strikes has hit Wildberries and Ozon facilities across Russia near Belgorod and Lipetsk regions, damaging warehouses, injuring civilians, and prompting evacuations as Ukraine intensifies attacks on logistics sites linked to Russian civilian supply chains.
Ukraine faces a tough winter as Russian strikes target energy infrastructure. Officials warn of power and heating shortages while Kyiv seeks to sustain essential services amid a barrage of drone and missile attacks. Ports, grain plans and drone activity shape the broader conflict landscape.
Overnight Russian strikes have killed at least 12 people and injured dozens across Kyiv and surrounding regions, with civilian infrastructure hit and fires reported. Kyiv officials say the attacks targeted energy and transport hubs, while Ukraine vows to bolster air defences as winter nears.
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow and are traveling to Kyiv to push for a diplomatic end to the Ukraine war. Zelensky has welcomed renewed engagement and security guarantees, while Russia and Ukraine maintain hard positions on territory and security arrangements. Attacks persist amid talks.
Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow to revive talks aimed at ending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Despite weekend diplomacy, Moscow and Kyiv show deep gaps on terms. Ukraine halts airstrikes during the visit; Russia has escalated strikes elsewhere.
President Donald Trump has spoken by phone for one hour with Vladimir Putin after US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner visited Moscow and Kyiv. The Kremlin has said both leaders discussed possible steps to end the war in Ukraine and praised the envoys' diplomacy, while Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities have resumed.
Kushner and Witkoff have travelled from Moscow to Kyiv for talks with Ukrainian officials and other European representatives. They have met Zelensky and stressed security guarantees as crucial for a post-war peace. Attacks continue on front lines as fighting remains active.
Retailer Ozon has suspended orders and deliveries across Saratov after a warehouse fire, while local officials have reported separate fires at a Rosneft refinery and multiple deadly drone strikes in Tula and Belgorod. Ozon shares have fallen and regional governors have reported civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. Russia's Defence Ministry has reported mass drone interceptions.
Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted a Yandex data center in Sasovo, Ryazan, causing a fire and partial service disruptions. Yandex has suspended operations at the site; emergency services are on scene with no casualties reported. Several Yandex services may be unavailable as investigators assess the damage.
Ukrainian drone strikes have knocked out several major Russian data centers, disrupting services across Russia as Kyiv’s response to Russian attacks intensifies. Yandex experiences outages, with European-style AI centers and supercomputers affected; Moscow and regional authorities report ongoing disruption containment and retaliation efforts.