In the early hours of August 26, 2024, Russia launched a significant drone and missile attack on Ukraine, marking one of the largest offensives in recent weeks.
The barrage began around midnight and targeted multiple regions, including the capital, Kyiv, where residents reported hearing explosions and experiencing power outages. At least three civilians were killed during the assault.
Ukrainian officials indicated that the strikes aimed at energy infrastructure, disrupting power and water supplies in various areas.
Air raid sirens sounded across the country, prompting many to seek refuge in metro stations as the attacks unfolded.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported intercepting numerous drones and missiles, but the scale of the assault still inflicted substantial damage.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal condemned the attacks, urging Ukraine’s allies for long-range weaponry to counter the ongoing threats.
The situation remains tense as Ukraine continues to face nightly assaults, with calls for increased international support to bolster its defenses against Russian aggression.
The conflict, now stretching into its third year, shows no signs of abating.