At least five people killed in Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv
Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least 11 people and injured 96 across Ukraine over the last 24 hours. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the strikes targeted civilian infrastructure and sites. Recent raids included a mass overnight attack on Odesa that hit a multi-story apartment building, injuring at least 12 people. In Zaporizhzhia, a drone strike on a residential area killed a man and a woman. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko warned the city is planning for fuel shortages as Russia targets gas stations while Kyiv lacks sufficient interceptor weapons and shelters.
What changed
The death toll across Ukraine rose to 11 and new strikes were reported in Odesa and Zaporizhzhia.
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Russian strikes kill at least 11 across Ukraine
Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least 11 people and injured 96 across Ukraine over the last 24 hours. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the strikes targeted civilian infrastructure and sites. Recent raids included a mass overnight attack on Odesa that hit a multi-story apartment building, injuring at least 12 people. In Zaporizhzhia, a drone strike on a residential area killed a man and a woman. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko warned the city is planning for fuel shortages as Russia targets gas stations while Kyiv lacks sufficient interceptor weapons and shelters.
Why it matters
Russia is increasingly targeting energy and fuel infrastructure to disrupt Ukrainian logistics and civilian life. These strikes utilize a mix of Shahed-type drones and cruise missiles to overwhelm air defenses. The targeting of residential buildings in Odesa and Zaporizhzhia continues a pattern of civilian casualties.
What is confirmed
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian strikes targeted civilian sites and infrastructure across Ukraine on September 12.
- Russian attacks killed 11 people and injured 96 across Ukraine.
- The Ukrainian Air Force reported Russia launched 129 attack drones, eight Kalibr cruise missiles, six Kh-59/69 guided missiles, and Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles.
- A Russian strike on a multi-story apartment building in Odesa injured at least 12 people.
- Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko stated the city lacks the weapons needed to intercept Russian drones and missiles.
Still unconfirmed
- A drone attack in Zaporizhzhia killed a man and a woman and injured at least one other person.
What to watch next
- Reports on fuel availability in Kyiv following gas station strikes
- Official casualty counts from Odesa emergency response teams
- Ukrainian Air Force updates on intercept rates for Kalibr and Iskander missiles
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (5)
- www.rferl.org — Zelenskyy Says Latest Russian Missile And Drone Attacks Targeted Civilian Sites Across Ukraine
- kyivindependent.com — Russian attacks kill 11, injure 96 across Ukraine as Odesa comes under mass overnight strike
- www.bluewin.ch — Deaths and Many Injuries Following Russian Attacks in Ukraine
- kyivindependent.com — As Russia targets gas stations, Kyiv draws up plans for possible fuel shortages, Klitschko says
- www.yahoo.com — Russia strikes multi-story apartment building in Odesa, injuring at least 12
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Russian strikes kill at least 9 across Ukraine including Pavlohrad shopping center
Russian forces killed nine people and injured 145 across Ukraine over the last 24 hours. A strike on a shopping center in Pavlohrad caused at least four deaths and wounded 70 people, including three teenage boys aged 13, 14, and 15. In Kyiv, a Russian attack sparked a fire in a nine-story residential building in the Dniprovskyi district, injuring eight people. The Ukrainian Air Force reported that Moscow deployed 161 drones and one S-8000 Banderol cruise missile during the overnight raids. Ukraine simultaneously launched drone strikes in Russia's Tula region, killing at least two people.
Why it matters
These attacks follow a brief pause in raids that coincided with visits from US envoys Witkoff and Kushner. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy previously linked the timing of Russian strikes to US-led peace talks with Vladimir Putin. Both nations deny targeting civilians despite the impact on residential buildings and shopping centers.
What is confirmed
- Russian forces killed nine people and injured 145 across Ukraine over the past day.
- A Russian strike on a shopping center in Pavlohrad wounded at least 70 people.
- Eight people were injured in Kyiv's Dniprovskyi district after a fire broke out in a nine-story residential building during a Russian attack.
- Ukrainian drone strikes in Russia's Tula region killed at least two people.
Still unconfirmed
- At least five people died in the Russian strike on the Ukraine shopping centre.
- Russia launched 161 attack drones and one S-8000 Banderol cruise missile overnight.
What to watch next
- Official casualty verification for the Pavlohrad shopping center strike
- Further statements from President Zelenskyy regarding international pressure on Russia
- Reports on the effectiveness of the S-8000 Banderol missile in recent raids
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (6)
- www.yahoo.com — 4 dead after Russian attack on Pavlohrad shopping center
- www.straitstimes.com — At least five killed in Russian strike on Ukraine shopping centre
- www.yahoo.com — At least 8 injured in Kyiv amid Russian drone attack
- www.yahoo.com — Russian forces kill 9, injure 145 across Ukraine over past day as Moscow expands gas station strikes to Kyiv
- english.aawsat.com — Drone Strikes Kill Two in Russia; Eight Injured in Kyiv
- www.democracynow.org — Russia Bombs Shopping Malls and Gas Stations in Ukraine After Kyiv Orders Strikes Deep Inside Russia
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Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least five after US envoy visit
Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv have killed at least five people, ending a brief pause in raids that coincided with visits from US envoys Witkoff and Kushner. The strikes targeted residential areas and infrastructure, including a 24-story building and a TV channel headquarters. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy linked the timing of the attacks to the US officials' peace talks with Vladimir Putin and himself. Zelenskyy has since called for increased international pressure on Russia following these civilian casualties.
Why it matters
US envoys Witkoff and Kushner recently conducted peace talks involving both the Russian and Ukrainian leadership. The resumption of attacks suggests a collapse of the temporary lull in hostilities during these diplomatic efforts.
What is confirmed
- At least five people were killed in Russian attacks on Kyiv.
- The strikes followed peace talks between US envoys Witkoff and Kushner, Vladimir Putin, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- Russian drone and missile strikes targeted the Ukrainian capital.
- A Russian drone hit a Ukrainian TV channel headquarters on September 8, injuring six people.
Still unconfirmed
- Nine people were injured after a strike hit a 24-story residential building on September 9, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
- Zelenskyy linked Russian strikes on Kyiv airports to the US envoys' visit.
What to watch next
- Official casualty counts from Ukrainian health authorities
- Diplomatic responses from the US regarding the timing of the strikes
- Further statements from Witkoff and Kushner on the status of peace talks
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (15)
- CNN — Russia pounds Kyiv one day after visit by Witkoff and Kushner
- CBS News — Russian strikes on Kyiv resume after Witkoff, Kushner peace talks with Putin and Zelenskyy
- Al Jazeera — Russia launches deadly strikes on Kyiv as pause during US envoy visits ends
- NBC News — Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian capital kill 2 people, ending pause for U.S. talks
- BBC — At least two people dead after Russian strikes on Kyiv
- The New York Times — Russia Bombards Kyiv Soon After Witkoff, Kushner Leave
- ft.com — Russia launches missile strikes against Kyiv as pause in raids ends
- sg.news.yahoo.com — Explosions heard in Kyiv one day after visit from US officials
- Euronews.com — At least five killed in large-scale overnight Russian attack on Kyiv
- The Guardian — Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy links Russian strikes on Kyiv airports to US envoys’ visit
- www.yahoo.com — Russian attacks kill at least 12, injure 72 across Ukraine as Russia continues relentless strikes on Kyiv
- www.aa.com.tr — Ukraine says 5 killed, over 10 injured in Russian airstrikes on Kyiv, southern regions