Ukraine launches drone barrage during Russian elections
Ukraine conducted a significant drone barrage against Russian territory as polls opened for the three-day State Duma elections. The voting process, which includes occupied regions of Ukraine, is being held under strict conditions where only parties supporting the ongoing conflict are permitted to participate. The drone strikes coincide with the start of the electoral period in Russia's Far East, marking a continuation of hostilities during the political event.
Date: September 18, 2026
Location: Various, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Source: Al Jazeera