Massive Russian strikes hit Kyiv killing several people
Russian ballistic missiles killed 12 people and injured more than 30 in Kyiv early on Thursday, authorities said, damaging buildings and severing power supply to some parts of the Ukrainian capital.
World
france24.com
20.08.2026
Russian missile attack kills at least 13 in Kyiv
Strikes come as Ukraine struggles with a shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles
Finance
ft.com
20.08.2026
Captured Ukrainian-born soldiers tell BBC why they fought for Russia
Men born in Ukraine who fought for Russia are tried for treason, but at a prisoner of war camp in western Ukraine, many believe they were defending their homeland.
World
bbc.co.uk
20.08.2026
At least 6 killed in multiple Russian missile strikes across Ukraine
Russian ballistic missiles killed at least six people and injured over two dozen more in Kyiv early on Thursday.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
Russia launches missile strikes on Kyiv and surrounding region, killing at least eight
Apartment blocks and warehouses were targeted in the "massive attack" on Thursday, according to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.
World
bbc.co.uk
20.08.2026
Ukraine-Russia war latest: At least five dead as Putin launches ‘massive attack’ on Kyiv
Poland says it is activating a range of defensive measures in response to the strikes unfolding across the border
World
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
War comes to Putin’s favourite Black Sea resort
Ukrainian drone attacks bring sirens, oil slicks and petrol queues to Russians holidaying around Sochi
Finance
ft.com
20.08.2026
Kyiv comes under Russian missile attack, killing at least six
Death reported after residential areas and warehouses hit in heavy bombardment in capital and surrounding regionA heavy Russian bombardment killed at least six people and wounded dozens in Ukraine’s c
World
theguardian.com
20.08.2026
Russian strike kills 3 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy faces pressure at home
At least 14 of the 20 people wounded in the strike on Kyiv have been hospitalised, officials say.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
Russia has launched massive strikes on Ukraine, and there are casualties
On the night of August 20, Russian troops launched a massive attack on the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv, and Kyiv region, using ballistic and hypersonic "Zirkon" missiles, as well as drones.
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
A warehouse burns near Moscow. In Ukraine, drone crews prepare to strike again
Ukrainian drones have targeted a major logistics center outside Moscow, setting it ablaze
World
abcnews.com
20.08.2026
Zelenskyy Faces Pressure to Hold Elections. What Stands in the Way?
Ukraine’s former defense minister has called for a wartime election, in direct challenge to the sitting President. Elections have been suspended since 2022.
World
time.com
19.08.2026
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Ukraine's defense needs, five years into the war
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., about a recent congressional delegation to Ukraine, and what leaders there are asking for in terms of the country's air defense.
World
npr.org
19.08.2026
Kyiv and Copenhagen will create a joint venture for the production of drones in Denmark
Ukraine and Denmark signed a memorandum of intent in Herning. The memorandum envisages the establishment of a joint venture (JV) in Denmark, which will produce 1,000 drones per month starting in 2027.
Azerbaijan
report.az
19.08.2026
Protests in Kyiv back ex-defence minister Fedorov’s call for elections
Ukrainians in Kyiv held a protest in support of ousted defence Minister Mykailo Fedorov.
World
aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
Ukrainian refugees open America’s first ever jellyfish museum in Florida
Floating tentacled predators pulse and swirl in hypnotic patterns in the dark museum space, lit primarily by images projected on walls and the light from the saltwater tanks
World
independent.co.uk
19.08.2026
Volodymyr Zelenskyy sacks senior aide amid Ukraine corruption crisis
Pesidential deputy chief of staff Iryna Mudra dismissed day after former defence minister called for wartime electionUkraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired a senior aide amid a fresh corrup
World
theguardian.com
19.08.2026
Grain prices surge after Ukraine war chokes off seaborne exports
Analysts fear global food price shock if attacks on terminals and ships continue
Finance
ft.com
19.08.2026
Russia's Amazon Takes Desperate Measures To Avoid Ukrainian Strikes
The logo of Wildberries is being removed from its vehicles, according to reports.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
US ally on Putin’s doorstep braces for war as Russia tensions take ominous turn
Russia's embassy in Britain threatened "consequences" over reported British drone use in Ukraine as Moscow escalates rhetoric against NATO allies.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026