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Japan is protesting Russian military drills near the disputed Kuril Islands. The drills, announced by Russia’s Defense Ministry, involve dozens of warships and aircraft, as well as more than 13,000 servicemen.

Russia and Ukraine exchanged drone attacks, resulting in five civilian deaths in each country. Ukraine accused Russia of targeting civilians, citing a drone strike on a street vendor in Kherson and a beach attack in Arkhipo-Osipovka, while Russia claimed a Ukrainian drone killed seven in its Black Sea region. The UN reported over 16,000 civilian deaths in Ukraine since the war began.

Russian and Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least five people in each country, with attacks reported near Moscow, the Black Sea coast, and Ukrainian ports. Russia claims Ukrainian drones caused seven deaths in Arkhipo-Osipovka, while Ukraine reports Russian strikes killed five civilians. Both sides continue reciprocal aerial attacks, with Russia reporting 320 drones shot down.

Ukrainian drone strikes near Moscow and Russian Black Sea coast killed at least five people in each country, with infrastructure damage reported. Russian aerial attacks in Ukraine have killed over 16,000 civilians since the invasion began, according to the UN. Both sides reported drone attacks on critical infrastructure, including warehouses and ports, with conflicting casualty claims.

Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least five people in Russia and targeted industrial sites and a Wildberries warehouse. Russian air defenses shot down 635 drones, while Russia attacked Ukraine with 133 drones, killing two. Attacks in Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv also caused casualties.

A Ukrainian drone strike targeted Russian oil refineries in Ufa, Bashkortostan, and military positions in occupied Crimea on Aug. 1. The Russian Defense Ministry reported intercepting 274 drones across 16 regions, with fires breaking out at refinery facilities in Ufa and a Black Sea Fleet electronic warfare center and air defense base in Crimea.

Human Rights Watch accused Russia-linked Africa Corps aircraft of killing eight civilians, including three children, in an airstrike on Kyrnia village in Mali's Mopti region on June 15. The strikes hit a village chief's home and a cattle market, with no Islamic militant group JNIM fighters reported among the casualties. The Russian Defense Ministry did not respond to requests for comment.

A Russian ballistic missile and drone attack in Ukraine killed at least eight civilians, including children, and wounded over 50 others. Poland is investigating reports of a Russian cruise missile entering its airspace, heightening tensions. Ukraine's critical shortage of Western-supplied anti-ballistic missile defenses has intensified as Russia expands its bombardment.

Russian attacks in Ukraine killed two people and injured others, including in Kyiv where fires broke out. Ukrainian drones struck Russian-held Horlivka, killing four civilians. Both sides exchanged strikes, with Russia reporting intercepting 133 Ukrainian drones.

Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, killing at least two people and wounding others. Ukrainian drone attacks in Russian-held Horlivka killed four civilians, while Russian forces claimed to have downed 133 Ukrainian drones. Finnish President Alexander Stubb noted Ukraine's strengthened position amid ongoing tit-for-tat strikes.

Russian attacks in Ukraine killed two people and injured civilians in Kyiv and other regions, while Ukrainian drone strikes in Russian-held Horlivka killed four. Russia claims to have downed 133 Ukrainian drones, as both sides escalate reciprocal attacks amid ongoing conflict.

Ukrainian attacks in Zaporizhzhia killed 12 people, including four children, while a Russian drone strike in Sumy killed three. Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian oil facilities have caused fuel shortages and stalled Russian advances. President Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet in Washington.

Ukraine launched over 400 drones toward Moscow, with most intercepted, following Russian missile attacks on Kyiv and other cities. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy faces domestic protests after a government reshuffle that split military factions.

Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles, drones, and guided bombs, killing six people and wounding dozens. The attacks exposed gaps in Ukraine's air defenses, particularly a shortage of U.S.-made Patriot systems. U.S. President Donald Trump suggested granting Ukraine licenses to produce Patriots, but details remain unclear.

Russian attacks using ballistic missiles, drones, and guided bombs killed six people and wounded dozens in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Kherson, and Sumy, exposing gaps in Ukraine's air defenses. Russia intensified missile strikes to counter Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities, while U.S. President Donald Trump proposed granting Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot systems, though details remain unclear.

Russia launched a missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing one person and wounding 16, exposing gaps in Ukraine’s air defenses. The attack, involving 41 missiles and 125 drones, targeted oil facilities and military sites, while U.S. President Donald Trump suggested granting Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot systems to counter Russian strikes.

Russia launched a large-scale ballistic missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting Kyiv with over 40 missiles and 120 drones. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted most, but 23 missiles and 10 drones hit 20 locations, causing casualties and infrastructure damage. President Zelensky emphasized the need for anti-ballistic missile capabilities.

An overnight Russian attack on Kyiv killed one person and wounded 16, involving 41 missiles and 125 drones. Ukraine intercepted 108 drones and 18 missiles, with fires damaging multiple districts. Russia claimed military targets were struck, while Ukraine highlighted air defense shortages and potential U.S. support for producing Patriot missiles.

Seven people were killed and over 50 wounded in Russian regions following Ukrainian drone attacks targeting warehouses, an oil depot, and a residential building. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed the strikes targeted logistical facilities used by Russia for drone and navigation equipment production.

Eight people were killed and over 60 wounded in Russian regions from Ukrainian drone attacks targeting warehouses, an oil depot, and a residential building. Russian officials reported fires at Wildberries facilities in Kotovsk and Elektrostal, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy claimed strikes disrupted Russian logistical and drone production facilities.

At least three people were killed in Ukrainian attacks across Russia. The Russian Defense Ministry reported intercepting 375 Ukrainian drones in Russia and Crimea between Wednesday night and Thursday morning.

Ukraine intercepted five Russian ballistic missiles in Kyiv overnight, using U.S.-made Patriot systems. President Zelenskyy announced a coalition to build a shared European missile shield, while Kyiv faced damage from the attack, including fires at warehouses and a school. Russia claimed it targeted Ukrainian military facilities.

Russian attacks in Ukraine killed six people, including a child, and wounded 29, while Ukrainian forces damaged 21 Russian oil tankers in the Sea of Azov. Ukraine's drone strikes on Russian infrastructure have caused fuel shortages, prompting intensified Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and other cities.

Russian attacks in Ukraine killed six people, including a child, and wounded 29. Ukrainian forces damaged over 20 Russian oil tankers and other vessels in the Sea of Azov. Russia launched 12 missiles and 121 drones overnight, with some ballistic missiles reaching targets despite Ukrainian air defenses.

Ten people, including a child, were injured in Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv overnight. Explosions and fires occurred in multiple districts, with Ukraine's air defenses intercepting or suppressing two missiles and 111 drones. Russia claimed it targeted drone production facilities in Kyiv and southern ports.

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 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.

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.

Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, killing at least 22 people and exposing gaps in air defenses. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks more U.S.-made Patriot interceptors as attacks continue ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara.

Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 11 people and exposing gaps in Ukraine’s air defenses. The attack, described by Russia as retaliation for Ukrainian strikes, highlighted a shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles and increased civilian casualties.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russia involving approximately 400 drones, as reported by the Russian defense ministry.

Russia launched an 11-hour drone and missile attack on Kyiv, killing at least 21 civilians and injuring over 90, which it claimed as retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities. Ukraine's targeting of oil refineries has caused a fuel crisis in Russia, while its drone advancements have disrupted Russian supply lines, particularly in Crimea.

A Russian air barrage on Kyiv killed at least 10 people. Russia's Defense Ministry claimed the attack targeted Ukrainian military and energy facilities in retaliation for recent strikes on Russian infrastructure.

Ukrainian drone strikes caused a fire at an oil refinery in Slavyansk-na-Kubani, Russia, killing two people and injuring another. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the attack, claiming a second refinery in the Yaroslavl region was also targeted, aiming to disrupt Russian fuel supplies and military operations.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack targeting Russian regions, Crimea, and surrounding seas, with 660 drones intercepted by Russian defenses. The assault, one of Kyiv's largest since Russia's full-scale invasion, focused on oil, energy facilities, and military assets, while President Zelenskyy announced a 40-day escalation plan to pressure Russia into ending the war.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack targeting 12 Russian regions, Crimea, and surrounding seas, with 660 drones intercepted by Russian air defenses. The campaign aims to disrupt Russian fuel and military supplies, and a 40-day escalation was hinted by President Zelenskyy to pressure Russia into ending the war.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack targeting 12 Russian regions, Crimea, and the Black Sea, with 660 drones intercepted by Russian air defenses. The attack, one of the largest since Russia's invasion, targeted oil, energy facilities, and military infrastructure, disrupting Russian logistics and fuel supplies. Ukraine claimed strikes on Russian navy ships and air defense systems in Kerch, while damage reports included a chemical plant fire in Novomoskovsk and a damaged house in Tula.

Russian air defenses intercepted 660 Ukrainian drones in a major attack across 12 regions, Crimea, and the Black and Azov Seas. The attack, one of the largest since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, targeted infrastructure and caused damage in Tula and Kharkiv regions, with two civilians killed in the latter.

Russian air defenses intercepted 660 Ukrainian drones in a major nighttime attack across 12 Russian regions, Crimea, the Black Sea, and the Azov Sea. Ukrainian long-range drones have targeted Russian oil and energy facilities, disrupting fuel supplies and military operations. Two civilians were killed in Russian attacks on Kharkiv, while a chemical plant and hydroelectric facility in Tula region were reportedly damaged.

Russian air defenses intercepted 660 Ukrainian drones in a major nighttime attack on 12 Russian regions and Crimea, causing damage in Tula and Kharkiv regions. Ukraine reported two civilian deaths from Russian attacks, while Russia accused Ukrainian drones of disrupting fuel supplies and military operations.