Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv kills 12
A Russian ballistic missile barrage struck Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, in the early hours of August 22. Local authorities confirmed that at least 12 people were killed in the attack, which occurred just minutes after air raid sirens were activated. The explosions caused significant damage to residential areas and infrastructure. This escalation follows a series of aerial exchanges between the two nations, highlighting the continued vulnerability of urban centers to high-velocity missile strikes despite active air defense systems.
Date: August 22, 2026
Location: Kyiv City, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: missile
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 12
Source: Ground News