Russia has launched a major wave of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, killing at least 18 people and causing widespread damage. The attacks targeted multiple regions, including Kyiv, as the conflict enters another intense phase. Ukrainian authorities say emergency services are responding while air defence systems remain on high alert.


Ukraine Faces One of the War's Biggest Air Assaults, Zelensky: US Air Defence Absolutely Necessary

Russia has launched a major wave of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, killing at least 18 people and causing widespread damage. The attacks targeted multiple regions, including Kyiv, as the conflict enters another intense phase. Ukrainian authorities say emergency services are responding while air defence systems remain on high alert.

18 Killed Across Ukraine As Russia Launches Massive Missile And Drone Assault 

Russia has launched a large-scale missile and drone assault across Ukraine, striking multiple cities and causing widespread destruction. At least nine people have been killed, with Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv among the hardest hit areas. Air raid sirens forced residents into underground shelters as ballistic missiles and drones targeted urban zones. Ukraine says the attack confirms warnings of a major escalation, while renewed calls have been made for stronger air defence support from allies as the war intensifies further.


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A large wave of Russian missile and drone strikes has hit Kyiv, triggering explosions and air raid alerts across the Ukrainian capital.
Ukrainian officials say air defense systems were activated overnight as multiple targets came under attack. Watch the full video to know more on this!

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Under Heavy Attack After Russia Launches Missile & Drone Assault

Ukraine's capital Kyiv has been hit by a fresh wave of Russian missile strikes, forcing residents to rush into shelters as explosions echoed across the city. Authorities reported injuries and power disruptions in several districts, adding to concerns over civilian safety. The attacks come amid continued tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war, with both sides trading accusations and escalating rhetoric. As emergency crews respond to the damage, residents once again find themselves facing the realities of life under the threat of air raids and missile attacks.


Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Rocked by Major Russian Missile Strikes, Residents Rush to Shelters

Romania has accused Russia of being responsible for a drone strike that injured a mother and child in the city of Galati near the Ukrainian border. Romanian officials say more than 30 drone incursions have been recorded this year, raising concerns about security along NATO's eastern flank. While Bucharest condemned the incident as a violation of international law, Russia's envoy to the United Nations called for an objective and depoliticised assessment of the situation. The episode has renewed fears about the conflict spilling beyond Ukraine's borders.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Drone Strike Injures Mother And Child At Galati In Romania

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine struck 15 Russian oil refineries between January and May 2026, dealing a significant blow to Russia's energy sector. According to Zelensky, nearly 40% of Russia's primary oil refining capacity is now offline, forcing Moscow to restrict exports of aviation fuel and gasoline while considering limits on diesel exports.


Zelensky: Ukraine Struck 15 Russian Oil Refineries Between January and May This Year 

Romania has accused Russia of being responsible for a drone strike that injured a mother and child in the city of Galati near the Ukrainian border. Romanian officials say more than 30 drone incursions have been recorded this year, raising concerns about security along NATO's eastern flank. While Bucharest condemned the incident as a violation of international law, Russia's envoy to the United Nations called for an objective and depoliticised assessment of the situation. The episode has renewed fears about the conflict spilling beyond Ukraine's borders.

Drone Blast in Romania Sparks Tensions as Bucharest Blames Russia, Moscow Rejects Claims

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In Ukraine, some of the country's most skilled military drone operators took part in a unique competition known as 'Wild Drones', held outside the town of Truskavets. The event brought together pilots from multiple frontline units and drone manufacturers working directly with combat systems. Participants navigated high-speed FPV courses designed to test precision flying, rapid turns, and target-based manoeuvres under pressure. The competition also served as a platform for operational feedback, allowing drone operators to directly communicate with developers to improve system performance.

Ukrainian Military Pilots Compete In 'Wild Drones' Tournament  

Russia's Dmitry Medvedev has issued one of the starkest warnings of the war, saying Moscow could respond to any catastrophic attack on a nuclear plant with strikes on nuclear facilities in Ukraine and even NATO countries. Medvedev compared a potential nuclear plant disaster to a “new Chernobyl” and warned that Russia's response could extend beyond Ukraine. The warning came after claims of a drone strike on the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, an incident that has sharply raised tensions between Moscow, Kyiv and NATO.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Says Ukraine Drone Struck Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant |

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The battlefield technology race between Russia and Ukraine is entering a new phase. Ukraine has reportedly targeted the Admiral Essen warship once again, while Moscow is ramping up production of a new anti-drone system known as Yolka, a "fire-and-forget" kinetic interceptor designed to counter low-cost aerial threats

Russia Unveils 'Yolka': The New 'Fire-and-Forget' Kinetic Weapon 

The battlefield technology race between Russia and Ukraine is entering a new phase. Ukraine has reportedly targeted the Admiral Essen warship once again, while Moscow is ramping up production of a new anti-drone system known as Yolka, a "fire-and-forget" kinetic interceptor designed to counter low-cost aerial threats. As both sides adapt to the growing importance of drones, the conflict is increasingly becoming a contest of economics as much as firepower, with countries searching for cheaper and more effective ways to neutralize enemy technology.


Russia Develops Yolka: 'Fire-And-Forget' Kinetic Interceptor

A Russian drone has struck a 10-story apartment building in the Romanian city of Galați, causing an explosion that injured two residents and forced the evacuation of 70 people. This marks the first time a drone strike has caused injuries within Romanian territory, significantly escalating regional security fears along NATO’s eastern flank. 

The attack, which damaged multiple vehicles and the building's infrastructure, occurred simultaneously with heavy strikes on the nearby Ukrainian port of Izmail.

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Russia has reportedly invested $26 billion in a state-backed anti-ageing initiative involving gene therapy, organ bioprinting and cryotherapy, fuelling speculation over Vladimir Putin’s interest in extending human lifespan.

Putin’s $26bn longevity programme including cryotherapy, mini-pig organs and gene research

Russia vs NATO: Romania Says Russian Drone Remained In Country For Four Minutes

Russia and the Taliban-led Afghan government have signed a military-technical cooperation agreement in Moscow, deepening ties after Russia became the first country to officially recognise the Taliban administration.

Russia becomes the first nation to sign military agreement with Taliban government in Afghanistan

A Russian drone has struck a 10-story apartment building in the Romanian city of Galați, causing an explosion that injured two residents and forced the evacuation of 70 people. This marks the first time a drone strike has caused injuries within Romanian territory, significantly escalating regional security fears along NATO’s eastern flank. 

Romania: At Least 2 Injured in Drone Strike; Drones Target Izmail Port in Odesa

Tensions between Moscow and the West have reached new heights after Russia warned that deploying additional US military forces to Poland represents a "qualitative escalation" that will force retaliatory countermeasures.

Russia Threatens Response As US Boosts Poland Forces; Moscow Warns 'Qualitative Escalation' 

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