Russia launches major missile and drone strike on Kyiv
Russian forces executed a massive overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv during the night of September 16-17. The strikes caused significant damage to a higher education facility in the Holosiivskyi district and sparked fires in multiple locations, including the Brovary and Fastivskyi districts. At least 12 people, including two children, were injured. This represents a significant escalation in the air campaign targeting the Ukrainian capital's civilian and educational infrastructure.
Date: September 17, 2026
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 12
Source: Kyiv Independent