Kyiv
Coverage of Kyiv in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine Finally Has a Theory of Victory. Will It Work?
Kyiv has developed a strategy for winning the war. The success of this strategy now depends on time.
- How Ukraine’s drone strikes brought war home to 50mn Russians
Ukraine's drone strikes on energy infrastructure have brought war home to 50 million Russians, causing long fuel queues and leading to the deployment of Cossacks to prevent fights.
- Trump leaves summit praising NATO ‘unification,’ floats Ukraine-made Patriots
Trump praised NATO 'unification' at a summit and mentioned Ukraine-made Patriots. Kyiv has requested more Patriot interceptors to defend against Russian missiles and drones.
- Russian attacks kill 4 across Ukraine, striking Kyiv for second straight day
Russian drones and missiles killed four people in Ukraine on Wednesday, with attacks occurring before dawn and at midday. Moscow continued its pressure on Kyiv, marking the second consecutive day of strikes in the over four-year-old war.
- Photos: Russia’s Constant Bombardment of Kyiv
Russian missile and drone attacks have repeatedly targeted Kyiv, Ukraine, in 2026, causing significant civilian casualties, infrastructure damage, and displacement. Recent strikes destroyed residential buildings, cultural sites like the Oleksandr Dovzhenko National Film Studio, and triggered large fires. Shortages of U.S.-made interceptors have exacerbated the impact of these attacks.
- Trump grants Ukraine licence to produce Patriot missiles
US President Trump has granted Ukraine permission to produce its own PAC-3 interceptors, fulfilling a long-standing request from Kyiv. This decision allows Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles locally.
- Russian attacks kill 4 across Ukraine, striking Kyiv for second straight day
Russian drone and missile attacks killed four people across Ukraine, including two in Kyiv, as Moscow continued strikes on the capital. Ukraine targeted oil refineries in Russia's Saratov and Tatarstan regions. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. President Donald Trump at a NATO summit, where Trump pledged U.S. support for Ukraine's air defense systems.
- Fresh Russian Drone Strike on Kyiv Leaves One Dead, Eight Injured
Russia launched a drone attack on Kyiv, killing one person and injuring eight, including two medics. The attack targeted a gas distribution facility in the Desnianskyi district, with Ukrainian Air Force warnings issued to residents.
- Russian attacks kill 3 across Ukraine, strikes Kyiv for second consecutive night
Russian attacks killed three people across Ukraine, including one in Kyiv, which experienced consecutive night strikes. Ukraine’s Air Force reported 169 drones and seven missiles launched by Russia, with significant damage to infrastructure in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia. Russia claimed to target arms facilities in Kyiv and reported downing Ukrainian drones in Saratov and Rostov regions.
- Russian attacks kill 3 across Ukraine, strikes Kyiv for second consecutive night
Russian attacks killed three people across Ukraine on July 8, 2026, including one in Kyiv where strikes occurred for the second consecutive night. The attacks involved 169 long-range drones and seven missiles, with Ukraine’s air defenses intercepting most. Russian officials claimed targeting arms facilities in Kyiv, while Ukrainian regions like Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia reported casualties and damage.
- Russian attacks kill 3 across Ukraine, strikes Kyiv for second consecutive night
Russian attacks killed three people across Ukraine, including one in Kyiv, where explosions occurred for the second consecutive night. Ukraine's Air Force reported 169 drones and seven missiles fired by Russia, with significant damage to infrastructure. Russian officials claimed strikes on Ukrainian arms facilities and downed multiple drones.
- Russian Attack on Kyiv Kills Woman, Injures Two
A Russian overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed one woman, injured two people, and damaged residential buildings, a tram depot, and other civilian infrastructure.
- Karachi ranked among ‘least liveable cities’ in the world
Karachi was ranked 170th out of 173 cities in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index 2026, among the least liveable cities. It scored poorly in stability, healthcare, culture and environment, and infrastructure, with only education showing a relatively higher score. Cities like Dhaka, Tripoli, and Damascus ranked below Karachi, while war-affected Tehran and Kyiv scored slightly higher.
- Barrage of explosions rocks Kyiv after Ukraine says drones attacked Russia ‘shadow fleet’
A series of explosions occurred in Kyiv as Russia continues attacks on the Ukrainian capital. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported fires in warehouses and a non-residential building due to missile strikes. NATO leaders are meeting for a summit in Turkey.
- Russian missiles strike Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, for third time in a week
Russian missiles struck Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, for the third time in a week, causing fires in two districts as reported by the city's mayor.
- Kyiv Under Fresh Ballistic Attack as Powerful Explosions Rock Capital
Russia launched a massive ballistic missile attack on Kyiv in the early hours of Tuesday, hours after the NATO summit opened in Ankara, causing fires in multiple districts of the Ukrainian capital.
- Suspect in bombing that hurt sanctioned Jewish Ukrainian-born oligarch found dead
Anastasiia Berezovska's body was found near Kyiv with gunshot wounds, days after a bombing that injured Vadym Yermolaiev. Bullet cartridges were discovered at the scene.
- Attacks on Kyiv ahead of NATO summit: What is Putin's goal?
Kyiv experienced heavy Russian strikes before the NATO summit in Ankara. Experts believe Russian President Vladimir Putin is attempting to send a message through these attacks.
- Ukrainian woman suspected of Monaco bombing shot dead near Kyiv, police says
A Ukrainian woman suspected of planting a bomb in Monaco was shot dead near Kyiv by police. Monaco's Public Safety director Eric Are presented an Interpol red notice against her during a press conference.
- Monaco bombing suspect shot dead in Kyiv
A Monaco bombing suspect was shot dead in Kyiv. A Ukrainian intelligence officer confessed to paying and killing Anastasia Berezovska.
- Russia accuses Ukraine of targeting civilian infrastructure in overnight strikes
Ukrainian forces struck multiple targets in Russia, including an airport in Belgorod and a microchip facility in Bryansk, with Russia accusing Ukraine of damaging civilian infrastructure. Three people were killed and 11 injured in Belgorod, while Russian authorities claimed to have intercepted 452 Ukrainian drones. Ukraine denied targeting civilians, stating its strikes focused on military facilities.
- Woman suspected in bomb attack on Ukrainian magnate found dead in Kyiv
A woman suspected of planting a bomb that targeted a Ukrainian businessman in Monaco was found dead in Kyiv. She was discovered shot.
- Woman suspected in Monaco bombing found shot dead near Kyiv, prosecutors say
A Ukrainian woman suspected of planting a parcel bomb in Monaco was found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukraine's prosecutor general's office confirmed her body was found and stated a military intelligence employee was detained, claiming he killed her with another suspect.
- Ukraine to press NATO for anti-ballistic air defense after latest Russian attacks
Ukraine is urging NATO to provide anti-ballistic air defense systems following recent Russian attacks that killed over 20 people in Kyiv and surrounding areas. The attacks prompted Ukraine to seek enhanced defense measures from its allies.
- Ukrainian drones hit Russia’s largest oil refinery as Zelenskyy says Siberia now ‘within reach’
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia’s largest oil refinery, with Zelenskyy stating that Siberia is now within reach. The attack highlights Kyiv's enhanced long-range drone capabilities and occurs ahead of a crucial NATO summit.
- Fugitive wanted over Monaco bombing found shot dead in Ukraine: reports
A fugitive wanted for a Monaco bombing that injured a sanctioned Ukrainian oligarch and a woman was found shot dead in Ukraine. Her body was discovered near Kyiv, and two suspects have been detained.
- Ukrainian woman 'behind Monaco bomb attack on oligarch is found dead near Kyiv after being shot', report claims
A Ukrainian woman allegedly involved in a bomb attack in Monaco targeting an oligarch was found dead near Kyiv after being shot, according to a report. The incident is linked to an attack on an unspecified oligarch.
- ‘Ballistic Terror’: Zelensky Calls for NATO Air Defense Boost After Deadly Kyiv Strike
Russia launched a missile and drone strike on Kyiv and surrounding areas, killing at least 26 people and wounding over 100. President Volodymyr Zelensky called the attack a 'brutal strike' and urged NATO allies to enhance Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, particularly against ballistic missiles.
- What message is Putin sending by striking Kyiv on eve of NATO summit?
Putin's strikes on Kyiv add urgency to NATO summit in Turkey as CBS News analyst Aaron MacLean discusses the situation.
- Russian missile and drone strikes kill 24 in Kyiv ahead of NATO summit
Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, killing 24 people and wounding over 100. The attack occurred ahead of a NATO summit where President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking stronger air defense support.
- Russian attack on Kyiv looms over upcoming NATO summit
Russia attacked Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, early Monday morning, a day before NATO leaders convene in Turkey for a summit. CBS News contributor Samantha Vinograd provided analysis on the situation.
- Zelensky slams world’s ‘absurd’ lack of interceptor missiles after deadly Russian attack on Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the insufficient production of interceptor missiles to protect people from ballistic attacks, following a Russian strike on Kyiv. He described the lack of scaled-up manufacturing as 'absurd' in the modern world.
- Russia-Ukraine war escalates before NATO summit
Russia intensifies attacks on Kyiv ahead of the NATO summit, escalating the Ukraine war. The conflict has returned to a focal point of international diplomacy amid high-stakes negotiations.
- Horrifying Ukraine pics show cruel aftermath of Russian strikes that killed 21 people
Russian strikes in Ukraine killed 21 people, with the aftermath highlighting Kyiv's urgent need for American-made Patriot interceptors to counter Russian ballistic missiles.
- Kyiv apartment building hit by multiple Russian strikes month apart
A Kyiv apartment building was struck by Russian attacks two months apart, with residents responding to emergency responders with dark humor, according to volunteer Kateryna Tereshkova.
- Kyiv apartment building hit by multiple Russian strikes month apart
A Kyiv apartment building was struck by Russian attacks a month apart, with residents greeting emergency responders with dark humor, as reported by volunteer Kateryna Tereshkova.
- Ukraine hit by deadly Russian attack ahead of NATO summit
Russia launched 68 missiles and 351 attack drones at Kyiv, killing 11 people ahead of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's NATO summit in Turkey.
- Ukraine couldn't stop a Russian ballistic missile barrage. Officials say Patriot interceptors are running out.
Ukrainian officials reported running out of Patriot interceptors after a Russian attack involving 23 ballistic missiles, which penetrated air defenses and caused casualties. Ukraine's air force intercepted most threats but failed to stop any ballistic missiles, highlighting a critical shortage of US-made Patriot PAC-3 interceptors.
- Russian strikes kill at least 18 in Kyiv region on eve of NATO summit
Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv region killed at least 18 people on the eve of a NATO summit. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged NATO and European allies to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses, citing insufficient interceptor missiles to counter ballistic attacks. Russia claimed the strikes targeted military and energy infrastructure.
- Russia's missile and drone attacks on Ukraine kill at least 21
Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, killing at least 21 people and exposing gaps in Ukraine's air defenses. Ukrainian authorities highlighted the need for more U.S.-made Patriot interceptors, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urging NATO allies to bolster air defense at an upcoming summit.