Live Feeds
● LIVE Updated 1h ago · 13 sources tracked

Russian drone strike on Kyiv warehouse storing weapons kills at least 37

Russia has extended its aerial campaign against Kyiv to a sixth straight night, killing at least 11 to 12 people in the most recent assault. The bombardment lasted more than 12 hours and targeted the capital region with a combination of drones and missiles. This follows a devastating strike on August 29 that killed at least 38 people at an ammunition depot west of the city, which remains the deadliest attack in Ukraine this year.

RSS Source map (13)

What changed

Russian forces have increased the duration of their campaign to six consecutive nights of strikes on the capital.

Live updates

  1. Russian strikes on Kyiv enter sixth consecutive night

    Russia has extended its aerial campaign against Kyiv to a sixth straight night, killing at least 11 to 12 people in the most recent assault. The bombardment lasted more than 12 hours and targeted the capital region with a combination of drones and missiles. This follows a devastating strike on August 29 that killed at least 38 people at an ammunition depot west of the city, which remains the deadliest attack in Ukraine this year.

    Why it matters

    The sustained targeting of warehouse facilities suggests a Russian strategy to degrade Ukrainian munitions storage. Ukrainian prosecutors are currently investigating the legality of storing military weapons near residential zones following the August 29 blast.

    What is confirmed

    • Russia launched an aerial assault in and around the capital region that killed at least 11 people.
    • The most recent bombardment of Kyiv lasted more than 12 hours.
    • Russian strikes on the Ukrainian capital have occurred for six consecutive nights.

    What to watch next

    • Updated casualty counts from the sixth night of strikes
    • Results of the prosecutorial investigation into munitions storage near residential areas
    • Reports on the specific types of drones used in the latest barrage
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. apnews.com — Russian barrage of drones and missiles on Ukraine’s capital region kills at least 11
    2. jen.jiji.com — Tupac Shakur, the truth after 30 years: Duane Davis found guilty of murder
    3. jen.jiji.com — USA, Las Vegas court declares Duane ‘Keffe D’ guilty of Tupac Shakur murder
    4. www.baltimoresun.com — A sixth straight night of Russian strikes hammers Kyiv, killing at least 12
    5. jen.jiji.com — Inter, Ausilio will not renew contract: leaves club after 28 years
    6. jen.jiji.com — Violence against 13-year-old in Turin minimarket, judge: "Man has difficulty controlling impulses, but signature obligation is sufficient"
    confidence 90%

  2. Death toll rises to 38 after Russian strike on Kyiv weapons warehouse

    At least 38 people died following a Russian drone strike on an ammunition depot west of Kyiv on Saturday, August 29. The attack is the deadliest strike on Ukraine so far this year. Four people remain missing. The blast triggered mass evacuations and prompted Ukrainian prosecutors to investigate why military munitions were stored near residential areas. Russian forces have continued to hit warehouse facilities in Kyiv and surrounding cities for five consecutive days using jet-powered drones.

    Why it matters

    The strike occurred during a period of intensified Russian aerial campaigns. The Russian Defence Ministry has stated it plans to launch massive strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure before winter begins.

    What is confirmed

    • The death toll from the Russian strike on a warehouse west of Kyiv rose to 38.
    • Four people are still missing following the attack.
    • The strike on the warehouse is the deadliest attack on Ukraine this year.
    • Russian forces have targeted warehouse facilities in Kyiv and nearby cities for five straight days.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Russia's Defence Ministry plans to launch massive strikes against Ukraine's infrastructure before winter.

    What to watch next

    • Results of the prosecutorial investigation into the placement of munitions near residential buildings.
    • Confirmation of the status of the four missing persons.
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. apnews.com — Death toll rises to 38 from Russia’s deadliest attack on Ukraine this year
    2. jen.jiji.com — US Open, today Djokovic-Navone: schedule, head-to-head, and where to watch it on TV
    3. www.aljazeera.com — Death toll from Russian strike on Ukrainian arms depot rises to 38
    4. jen.jiji.com — US Open, second day: from Alcaraz to Berrettini, schedule and where to watch them on TV
    5. apnews.com — Russia’s jet-powered drones bring empty Kyiv supermarket shelves and rattle Ukrainians
    confidence 95%

  3. Russian Drone Strike on Kyiv Weapons Depot Kills at Least 37

    A Russian drone attack on an ammunition depot near Kyiv killed at least 37 people on Saturday, August 29. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed the death toll after the strike triggered a massive blast at the warehouse. The attack is among the deadliest of the year. Hundreds of people were evacuated from the surrounding area following the detonation. Ukrainian prosecutors have launched an investigation to determine why military munitions were stored in such close proximity to residential buildings.

    Why it matters

    The strike highlights a gap in air defenses as drones penetrated the perimeter of the capital region. This incident raises questions about Ukrainian military logistics and safety protocols regarding urban weapon storage. It occurs amid a broader Russian campaign of drone blitzes targeting infrastructure.

    What is confirmed

    • A Russian drone strike on a warehouse near Kyiv killed at least 37 people.
    • The target was an ammunition depot storing weapons for the Ukrainian military.
    • President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed the attack and death toll on Saturday.
    • The strike triggered a blast that led to the evacuation of hundreds of people.
    • Ukrainian prosecutors are investigating why weapons were stored near residential buildings.

    What to watch next

    • Results of the prosecutorial investigation into munitions storage
    • Official reports on the specific air defense failure that allowed the drone blitz
    • Updated casualty figures from local hospitals
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. Al Jazeera — Russian attack on warehouse near Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 27
    2. CNN — At least 27 killed after Russian drone attack triggers warehouse blast near Kyiv
    3. The New York Times — 27 Killed Near Kyiv as Russian Drone Blitz Exposes Air Defense Gap
    4. The Guardian — Russian drone strike on Kyiv warehouse storing weapons kills at least 37
    5. PBS — Russian strike near Kyiv kills 37, in one of the year's deadliest attacks
    6. www.bbc.com — At least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv weapons depot
    7. www.theguardian.com — Russian drone strike on Kyiv warehouse storing weapons kills at least 37
    8. www.chicagotribune.com — Russian strike near Kyiv kills 37, in one of the year’s deadliest attacks
    9. www.yahoo.com — Russian strike on Kyiv-area ammunition depot triggers blast, killing 37
    10. www.yahoo.com — Russian drone strike blows up Ukrainian warehouse killing 37
    confidence 95%