Russian attacks kill at least 9, injure 57 across Ukraine as Kyiv hit by mass missile, drone attack

Russian forces launched a large-scale combined attack overnight into October 22, 2026, using ballistic missiles (Iskander-M, S-400, Zircon, Onyx) and 210 drones, primarily targeting Kyiv. Ukrainian air defenses reportedly shot down 181 drones. The attacks resulted in at least nine deaths and 57 injuries across Ukraine, with one fatality and 22 injuries in Kyiv, where transport and medical infrastructure were damaged.