Ukraine-Russia war live: Putin resumes strikes on Kyiv amid outrage over 34 deaths at care home
At least 27 people have been killed and hundreds evacuated after Russian strikes near Kyiv. The attacks, which included drone and missile strikes, triggered a warehouse blast and caused widespread damage. The death toll from a care home attack has risen to 34, sparking international outrage. Russia's offensive in Ukraine continues to intensify, with both sides suffering heavy losses.
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- ✓ At least 27 people have been killed in Russian strikes near Kyiv
- ✓ The attacks included drone and missile strikes
- ✓ A warehouse blast was triggered by a Russian drone attack near Kyiv
- ✓ The death toll from a care home attack has risen to 34
What changed
The death toll from the care home attack has risen to 34, and Russia has resumed strikes on Kyiv, including a drone attack that triggered a warehouse blast.
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Russia resumes strikes on Kyiv amid outrage over care home deaths
At least 27 people have been killed and hundreds evacuated after Russian strikes near Kyiv. The attacks, which included drone and missile strikes, triggered a warehouse blast and caused widespread damage. The death toll from a care home attack has risen to 34, sparking international outrage. Russia's offensive in Ukraine continues to intensify, with both sides suffering heavy losses.
Why it matters
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing for several months, with both sides engaging in intense fighting. The Russian military has been carrying out frequent strikes on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, in an effort to weaken the Ukrainian government. The attacks have resulted in significant civilian casualties and widespread destruction.
What is confirmed
- At least 27 people have been killed in Russian strikes near Kyiv
- The attacks included drone and missile strikes
- A warehouse blast was triggered by a Russian drone attack near Kyiv
- The death toll from a care home attack has risen to 34
Still unconfirmed
- The death toll from the care home attack could be higher
What to watch next
- Further Russian strikes on Kyiv
- Ukrainian military response to the attacks
- International reaction to the care home attack
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (6)
- BBC — At least 27 dead and hundreds evacuated after strikes near Kyiv
- CNN — At least 27 killed after Russian drone attack triggers warehouse blast near Kyiv
- Institute for the Study of War — Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 29, 2026
- The Independent — Ukraine-Russia war live: Putin resumes strikes on Kyiv amid outrage over 34 deaths at care home
- Українська правда — Russia attacks Ukraine with two Iskander missiles and 130 drones overnight
- The Hill — Death toll rises to 38 from Russia’s deadliest attack on Ukraine this year
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