On September 28, 2026, Russian forces carried out a series of attacks on Ukrainian cities, specifically Kyiv and Kharkiv, resulting in casualties among civilians.
Strikes on Kyiv
In Kyiv, Russian troops targeted several critical sites, including:
- buildings of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine,
- offices of Ukrtelecom,
- a pharmaceutical company,
- gas stations,
- the clinic “Dobrobut”.
As a result of these strikes, there are confirmed casualties, with the exact number of victims currently being assessed.
Attack on Kharkiv
In Kharkiv, Russian forces struck a nine-story residential building. This attack led to numerous injuries, including:
- nearly 40 people,
- 10 children.
Local services have provided assistance to the injured and are conducting rescue operations.
Response from the Armed Forces
In retaliation for the strikes, the Armed Forces of Ukraine targeted several Russian military facilities, including:
- two defense factories,
- drone launch sites,
- targets in the Black Sea,
- oil facilities in the Krasnodar region.
These actions indicate an escalation of hostilities on the front and the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.