Kyiv
Coverage of Kyiv in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine hits Russia’s second-largest online retailer
Kyiv's drones targeted Ozon warehouses in Russia. This strike came following weeks of coordinated attacks aimed at Wildberries, which is described as a market leader among online retailers.
- European leaders join Zelenskyy in Kyiv for Ukraine’s Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on
European leaders joined President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv for Ukraine's Independence Day as Russia continues its invasion. Visiting dignitaries pledged further military and financial support, with the U.K. agreeing to allow classified information on SCALP missile components for local production plans. Meanwhile, conflict persists, highlighted by Ukrainian strikes hitting Russian e-commerce facilities like Ozon near Krasnodar.
- European leaders join Zelenskyy in Kyiv for Ukraine’s Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on
European leaders joined President Zelenskyy in Kyiv for Independence Day celebrations while Russia continues its 4-year invasion of Ukraine. During the visit, dignitaries pledged further military and financial support, including plans to locally produce the SCALP missile using British components. The conflict involves escalating aerial attacks causing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage, with Russia receiving aid from China and North Korea.
- Burnham and European leaders arrive in Kyiv as Ukraine marks Independence Day
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrived in Kyiv for a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During this visit, he also co-chaired a meeting involving international leaders as Ukraine marked Independence Day.
- Burnham and European leaders arrive in Kyiv as Ukraine marks Independence Day
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham and other European leaders arrived in Kyiv to coincide with Ukraine's Independence Day commemorations. Burnham is expected to announce that the U.K. Government will allow defense company MBDA to release classified information on British components for the SCALP long-range missile. This move intends to advance local production plans for the weapon system between France and Ukraine.
- Burnham and European leaders arrive in Kyiv as Ukraine marks Independence Day
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrived in Kyiv alongside other European leaders, coinciding with Ukraine's Independence Day. During his visit, Burnham is expected to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and announce that the U.K. government will allow MBDA to release classified information relating to British components for the SCALP missile. This plan aims to support local production of the weapon in Ukraine.
- European allies flock to Kyiv to pledge more defences against Russian bombardment
European allies are flocking to Kyiv to pledge more defenses in response to Russian bombardment. The newsletter also reported on an outburst of gun violence that occurred in the EU’s capital.
- Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill 9 people a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike by Moscow
Russian and Ukrainian attacks resulted in multiple casualties across both countries. In Ukraine, recent strikes included an attack on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih that killed 16 people. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone attacks hit Russia’s Krasnodar region, killing two children and wounding two adults.
- Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill 5 people a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike by Moscow
Recent attacks by Russian and Ukrainian forces resulted in multiple deaths across Ukraine and Russia's Krasnodar region. The reports follow a deadly strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih that killed 16 people, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported missile strikes hitting Kyiv infrastructure.
- Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill 4 people a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike by Moscow
Russian drone and missile strikes killed people in Ukraine, while Ukrainian drone attacks struck Russia's Krasnodar region. The latest major incident occurred a day after Russian drones hit a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, killing 16 people. Furthermore, the United Nations reported that Kyiv was one of the hardest-hit cities in July, and Ukraine has shifted the war by striking Russian oil facilities.
- Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 2 people a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike
At least two people were killed overnight in Ukraine by Russian drone and missile strikes, following a deadly shopping mall attack in Kryvyi Rih that killed 16 people. Russia's forces have intensified ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv infrastructure, while Ukraine has retaliated with long-range drone strikes against oil facilities in the Samara region.
- Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 2 people a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike
Following a shopping center strike in Kryvyi Rih that killed 16 people, Ukraine reported at least two new fatalities from Russian drone and missile strikes targeting infrastructure and civilians. Zelenskyy stated missiles hit railway infrastructure in Kyiv while other attacks occurred in the Zaporizhzhia region, paralleling Ukrainian counter-strikes against oil facilities in Samara.
- Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 2 people a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike
Ukraine has experienced recent Russian drone and missile attacks, resulting in multiple casualties. The country suffered a deadly shopping mall strike in Kryvyi Rih that killed 16 people, while Kyiv's railway infrastructure was also hit by missiles. These strikes have prompted Ukraine to target Russian facilities, including an oil refinery in the Samara region.
- Ukraine’s ‘Equalizer’ bomb aims to blow up reliance on US, European weapons
Ukraine developed the homegrown glide bomb, called the Equalizer or Vyrivniuvach, which can transform conventional bombs into precision weapons for striking Russian forces from safer distances. Developed by DG Industry with support from Brave1, the weapon allows Ukrainian warplanes to attack targets far behind enemy lines while reducing reliance on U.S. and European supplied munitions. Although most of the components are local, the bomb’s chips and microcircuits still originate from abroad.
- Ukraine’s ‘Equalizer’ bomb aims to blow up reliance on US, European weapons
Ukraine developed a homegrown glide bomb called Vyrivniuvach, or "Equalizer," designed by DG Industry to allow pilots to strike Russian forces from safer distances. This new weapon aims to reduce Kyiv's reliance on foreign supplies such as U.S.-supplied JDAM-ER kits and French-made Hammer bombs. The ability to use this domestically produced bomb provides more control over guided ordnance, even though some chips and microcircuits still come from abroad.
- A Russian missile and drone barrage kills at least 16 in Ukraine's Kyiv region
Russia conducted a nighttime aerial attack on Kyiv and its surrounding region using scores of missiles and drones, killing at least 16 people. Ukraine reported that Russian forces have intensified these large-scale attacks while the country faces shortages of Patriot interceptors. In response to the barrage, Ukraine claimed it successfully struck multiple Russian oil facilities in regions like Tatarstan and Krasnodar.
- A Russian missile and drone barrage kills at least 16 in Ukraine's Kyiv region
Russia launched a massive missile and drone barrage on Kyiv and surrounding regions of Ukraine, killing at least 16 people in one nighttime attack. The wide-ranging assault hit multiple locations across the country, while neighboring countries like Poland activated their military defenses in response to Russian actions.
- A Russian missile and drone barrage kills at least 14 in Ukraine's Kyiv region
Russia launched a massive nighttime aerial attack using missiles and drones against Kyiv and the surrounding region of Ukraine, killing at least 14 people and wounding about 40. The assault caused hits across 28 locations, straining air defenses which are limited by low international stockpiles of weapons like Patriot interceptors. The violence has put neighboring countries, including Poland, on alert.
- Russian missile attack kills at least 13 in Kyiv
A Russian missile attack killed at least 13 people in Kyiv. These strikes occurred as Ukraine struggled with a shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles.
- Russian missile barrage across Ukraine's capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33
A Russian missile barrage hit Kyiv on Thursday, killing at least 12 people and wounding 33 according to local authorities. The strikes damaged multiple locations across Kyiv's Darnytskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, and Solomianskyi districts, including residential buildings and a medical facility. Amid the attacks, Ukraine has intensified its own campaign of long-range strikes against Russia while managing constraints on air defense supplies.
- Russian missile barrage across Ukraine’s capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33
A Russian missile barrage over Ukraine’s capital killed at least 12 people and wounded 33 others overnight. The strikes targeted 12 locations across Kyiv's Darnytskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, and Solomianskyi districts, causing damage to residential buildings, a medical facility, and an educational institution.
- Russian missile barrage kills at least 6 in Kyiv, injures 33
A Russian missile barrage hit Kyiv overnight Thursday, killing at least six people and injuring 33 others across multiple districts. The strikes damaged residential buildings, a medical facility, and an educational institution in Kyiv. In response, Ukraine has intensified its own long-range strikes against deep targets within Russia's territory.
- Russian missile barrage kills at least 6 in Kyiv, injures 33
A Russian missile barrage struck Kyiv, resulting in at least six reported deaths. Additionally, the attack reportedly injured 33 people.
- Russian missile barrage kills at least 6 in Kyiv, injures 33
A Russian missile barrage overnight Thursday killed at least six people and injured 33 in Kyiv. The strikes hit 12 locations across the Darnytskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, and Solomianskyi districts, damaging residential buildings, a medical facility, and an educational institution. Russia has intensified these attacks to constrain Kyiv's air defense stocks.
- Ousted Ukraine defense minister urges wartime elections, warning of a governance crisis
Ousted Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov urged Ukraine to hold elections during the ongoing war against Russia, arguing that the country faced a systemic governance crisis. His appeal could present a significant internal challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's administration. Fedorov also condemned corruption among officials, stating it weakens Ukraine’s capability to fight the war.
- Ousted Ukraine defense minister urges wartime elections, warning of a governance crisis
Ousted Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov called for wartime elections amid a governance crisis, arguing that corruption has weakened Ukraine's ability to fight Russia. This appeal poses a significant internal challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and occurred despite Ukrainian law prohibiting elections under martial law. Protests in Kyiv have been held recently by supporters demanding his reinstatement.
- Zelenskyy faces challenge to his wartime rule as former defense chief calls for election
Former Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections. He stated that restoring the democratic process is necessary in Kyiv despite the ongoing war. These calls challenge Zelenskyy's current wartime rule.
- A warehouse burns near Moscow. In Ukraine, drone crews prepare to strike again
Ukrainian drone crews launched waves of drones targeting large logistics centers and retail warehouses in Russia, including a massive site near Moscow and Wildberries depots. These long-range attacks aim to strike military, industrial, and logistical sites deep inside Russia. Ukraine seeks to increase pressure on the Kremlin by demonstrating the war's consequences to the Russian public.
- Global food security may be collateral in Ukraine war
The title warns that global food security may be collateral damage in the Ukraine war. Attacks waged by Moscow and Kyiv on each other’s agricultural exports are predicted to potentially result in a worldwide grain crisis.
- Russia warns UK of ‘consequences’ over Ukraine’s use of British-made drones
Russia issued a warning to the UK concerning Ukraine's use of British-made drones, threatening 'consequences.' Following this statement by the Russian embassy, the Ministry of Defence declared that it stands 'shoulder to shoulder' with Kyiv.
- Ukraine aims a drone blitz at Moscow while Russian missiles kill 10 in a Ukrainian village
Ukrainian forces staged a major drone attack on Russia after years of conflict, aiming to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into negotiating peace talks. Separately, a Russian missile strike on the village of Pechenihy in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region killed at least 10 people and wounded eight others. The incident occurs amid an escalating duel of long-range aerial strikes across the front lines.
- Ukraine energy company says its facilities seriously damaged after 13 Russian strikes in a week
Ukraine’s state energy company reported that Russian attacks hit Naftogaz Group facilities 13 times in a single week, targeting premises nearly 300 times since the year began. While both sides expand aerial campaigns and long-range weaponry, Ukrainian forces successfully targeted distant depots, contrasting with Russia's strikes on various urban targets like ports and hospitals, which have resulted in thousands of civilian deaths.
- Ukraine energy company says its facilities seriously damaged after 13 Russian strikes in a week
Ukraine's state energy company, Naftogaz Group, reported that Russia attacked its facilities 13 times over the past week, targeting premises almost 300 times since the year began. The conflict involves severe military action, with Russian forces hitting urban targets and causing high civilian death tolls across Ukraine. Despite facing shortages of U.S.-made Patriot air defense interceptors, Ukraine is enhancing its firepower by developing a domestic ballistic missile and successfully targeting distant facilities in Russia.
- Russia targets Danube port after one of Ukraine’s largest aerial attacks of the war
Russia struck port infrastructure in Ukraine’s Odesa region, damaging a Togo-flagged civilian vessel near Izmail. This attack occurred after Kyiv launched a major drone assault on Moscow.
- How a Ukrainian Bank Worker Came to Face Life in a Russian Prison
Russia accuses Artem Murdid of being a killer who supposedly planted bombs in Melitopol, his Ukrainian city, after Russian troops captured it. Russia further claims that Murdid followed orders from Ukrainian intelligence to commit these acts. However, Murdid denies any wrongdoing.
- Ukraine presses drone attacks on Moscow and Russian logistics
Kyiv launched a major assault by sending more than 600 drones toward Moscow. This action represents one of the largest drone attacks conducted against enemy capital this summer.
- Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia
Ukraine launched large aerial attacks against Russia using hundreds of drones, resulting in casualties and damage across regions including the Moscow area. Separately, Russia conducted missile strikes on Ukraine, killing people in Kryvyi Rih and Sumy, while causing fires throughout Kyiv.
- Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia
Ukraine launched large drone attacks across Russia, resulting in casualties in the Moscow region and multiple towns in Rostov. Simultaneously, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with missiles on Kryvyi Rih and other regions, while Kyiv also experienced missile strikes and fires.
- Miner Ferrexpo caught up in dispute between oligarch and Kyiv
The iron ore group, Miner Ferrexpo, is caught up in a dispute involving an oligarch and Kyiv. While the company attempts to raise cash, its sanctions-hit shareholder is actively fighting to maintain his stake.
- Ukraine attacks Russia’s Samara industrial site as Kyiv ramps up long-range strikes
Ukraine launched a large-scale attack against industrial infrastructure located in Russia's southwestern Samara region. The action occurs as Kyiv continues to ramp up its long-range strikes.