Massive Russian drone swarm kills infant and injures 49 across Ukraine
Russian forces launched a large-scale overnight attack on August 15, 2026, deploying 152 Shahed-type drones and loitering munitions against various targets across Ukraine. The Ukrainian Air Force reported that the strikes resulted in the death of an infant and left at least 49 other civilians injured. This barrage represents one of the most intensive drone operations in recent weeks, focusing on civilian infrastructure and urban centers throughout the country.
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Multiple, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 50
Source: The Kyiv Independent