Russia launches major missile and drone attack on Kyiv

Russia carried out a large overnight strike on Kyiv, firing hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine’s capital on July 2, 2026. The attack hit residential areas and other sites across the city, killing at least 18 people and injuring more than 90, according to reports cited by Fox News and Reuters. Ukrainian officials said the bombardment caused widespread damage, with emergency crews searching damaged apartment buildings and residents taking shelter in metro stations and bomb shelters. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko declared Friday a day of mourning, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said air defense support remains a critical priority. Ukraine’s UN ambassador Andrii Melnyk said the strike was the most severe night for Kyiv since the start of Russia’s fullscale invasion and urged the international community to reassess Russia’s role on the UN Security Council. Russia’s Defense Ministry said it targeted military and energy facilities, while EU officials said they would push for additional sanctions in response.