Russia's 'massive' missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills at least 12, injures dozens

Russia launched a ballistic missile attack and drone barrage on Kyiv and surrounding oblast overnight on September 1, 2026, killing at least 12 people and injuring 21. Six of those killed were Ukrainian Railways employees. Ukraine's air defenses reportedly intercepted or suppressed 199 drones or missiles out of 218 launched. Russia's defense ministry confirmed a 'massive strike' on military-industrial and fuel and energy facilities in the region.