A Russian drone strike on a warehouse in Myla, near Kyiv, caused a fire and major explosions. Ukrainian officials said that 38 people had been killed by August 30, while the UN monitored an inquiry into the attack and ammunition storage.
Russian drones struck a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih on August 21, killing 16 people and injuring more than 130. Ukrainian authorities said the attack came in two waves as emergency services responded.
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia on August 16, 2026. Russian regional authorities said at least six people were killed, while Russia also continued attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first official visit to Serbia and met Aleksandar Vučić in Belgrade. The leaders discussed economic ties, humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and Serbia’s position on Russia-related sanctions.
Fuel shortages and sales limits have continued in parts of Russia, with Siberian regions facing particular difficulties. Lower refinery output after Ukrainian strikes has contributed to the problem, while Russia has extended an export ban and is considering supplies from Kazakhstan.
The Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk stopped loading tankers amid increased drone activity. Separate attacks at the nearby CPC terminal also reduced Kazakhstan’s oil production and disrupted regional exports.
Ukrainian drones struck two Wildberries logistics centers in southern Russia, causing fires and injuring workers. Ukraine said the facilities supported military supplies, but that claim has not been independently verified.
