On July 2, 2026, Russia conducted an 11-hour drone and missile attack on Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of at least 21 civilians and injuring many others. The Russian government stated that the attack was in retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities.
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Russian Strikes on Kyiv Result in 21 Civilian Deaths
A series of drone and missile strikes by Russia on Kyiv on July 2, 2026, led to the deaths of at least 21 civilians and numerous injuries. The Russian government claimed the strikes were a response to Ukrainian attacks on its oil infrastructure.
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Heavy Russian strikes kill at least 21 in Kyiv after Ukrainian strikes disrupt Moscow's oil sector
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Russian Strikes on Kyiv Result in 21 Civilian Deaths