Ukraine Initiates Operations to Target Russian Ballistic Missile Launch Sites
Ukrainian forces have begun a targeted campaign to locate and destroy Russian ballistic missile launch sites. This strategic shift comes as Ukraine seeks to mitigate the impact of persistent long-range strikes on its energy infrastructure and urban centers. The operation involves the use of long-range drones and intelligence assets to strike launch platforms inside Russian territory, following recent successful hits on a major oil refinery and airbase more than 700 km from the border.
Date: August 31, 2026
Location: Belgorod Oblast, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: ground battle
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: The Kyiv Independent