At least six dead in Russian missile strikes on Kyiv
BBC News reports that at least six people were killed and at least 23 injured in Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and its surroundings on August 20, 2026.
Overnight Strikes Target Apartment Blocks and Warehouses
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine (DSNS) confirmed that the evening strikes targeted apartment blocks and warehouses, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Fire broke out in buildings, cars, and a medical facility, as rescue crews worked to save anyone trapped under rubble.
International Response
In response to the strikes, Poland’s army announced it would launch "preventative military aviation operations."
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