Russia-Ukraine Conflict Escalates
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On Saturday night, Ukraine fired some 822 drones towards Russia, with 600 aiming for Moscow, according to its regional governor, who said the Russian capital had suffered "one of the most massive drone attacks in recent memory".
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Russia warned the UK of consequences following confirmation that British-made drones were used in strikes against Russian targets.12
The Russian embassy to the UK accused Britain of deliberately opting for an escalation of the Ukraine crisis and becoming an accomplice and co-perpetrator of attacks on Russia.12
Ukraine has stepped up its attacks, targeting oil refineries and logistics sites in Russia with British-made drones.13
A spokesperson for the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) said they stood shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine against Russian aggression.1
Russian missile strikes killed at least 12 people and injured more than 40 others in Kyiv, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.24
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- Russia warns UK will pay for supplying drones to Ukraine BBC, 18 Aug
- Moscow warns of ‘consequences’ after reports U.K.-made drones hit Russia National Post, 18 Aug
- Moscow warehouse burns as Ukraine drone crews prepare to strike again The Independent, 19 Aug
- 'Massive' Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 people, Zelenskyy says ABC News (US), 20 Aug
- Russian missile strikes kill 13 in Kyiv, more than 30 injured ABC News (AU), 20 Aug
- Russian missile barrage kills at least 16 in Ukraine and wounds dozens CBC, 20 Aug
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At least 13 people have been killed and 40 injured in the latest Russian strikes targeting the Ukrainian capital, Ukraine's prime minister said, as Kyiv continues to face a shortage of air defence missiles.
In Solomianskyi district, the top two floors of a nine-storey residential building were destroyed and fires broke out on other floors.
Russia has warned the UK of "consequences" following confirmation that British-made drones were used in recent strikes on military and industrial targets in Russia.
The U.K. has been one of Ukraine’s strongest backers since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022, committing around 25 billion pounds ($47 billion) in support, including 16 billion pounds in military aid.
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Ukrainian Prime Minister reported that at least 13 people have been killed and 40 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv, with apartment blocks and warehouses targeted overnight. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attributed the deaths to a shortage of air defense missiles, which the country relies on Western allies to supply. Around 20 Russian missiles were fired at the city, with none reportedly intercepted by…
At least 13 killed in Kyiv as Ukraine grapples with air defence shortages →5 articles from BBC on this storyRussia's embassy in London issued a statement on August 18, warning Britain of "consequences" for supplying drones to Ukraine used against Russian targets. The UK is expected to provide 150,000 drones to Ukraine by 2026 as part of a £752 million funding package. Russia has repeatedly warned Western allies that their support for Ukraine could provoke retaliatory measures and increase the risk of broader…
Russia warns Britain of 'consequences' for supplying drones to Ukraine →2 articles from The Straits Times on this storyUkraine and Russia traded airstrikes overnight, with Ukraine launching 620 drones towards Moscow. According to Moscow's Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, most of the drones were intercepted or shot down, but some caused minor damage at a Wildberries facility. In another incident, a Russian missile strike in Kharkiv killed 10 civilians and injured 18 others, damaging several homes and buildings. The UN has warned that amplified…
Ukraine, Russia trade strikes; Wildberries site hit again →Russia's embassy in London warned Britain that it will face "consequences" after reports emerged that U.K.-made drones supplied to Ukraine had been used in strikes deep inside Russian territory. The warning was made in response to a report by The Sunday Times that two British companies, one of which is a subsidiary of BAE Systems, had produced the drones used by Kyiv to hit military and industrial targets. According…
Moscow warns of ‘consequences’ after reports U.K.-made drones hit Russia →A warehouse in Moscow is still smoldering after a Ukrainian drone strike overnight, with hundreds of miles away, Ukrainian troops are preparing to launch another attack. The strikes are part of Ukraine's long-range campaign to target industrial, logistical, and military infrastructure deep within Russian territory. According to the Ukrainian regiment's commander, Yevhen Karas, his unit has taken part in multiple…
Moscow warehouse burns as Ukraine drone crews prepare to strike again →Russian missile strikes have hit Kyiv, resulting in at least 13 deaths and over 30 injuries in the city and surrounding area. The attacks damaged buildings, including a residential block where seven people were killed, and cut power to approximately 50,000 homes. Ukraine is awaiting a response from US negotiators after presenting them with proposals for ending the war.
Russian missile strikes kill 13 in Kyiv, more than 30 injured →Show 4 more outlets
Russian forces launched a nighttime aerial attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region in Ukraine, killing at least 16 people and wounding dozens. Moscow has intensified its ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv in recent months, taking advantage of Ukraine's shortage of Patriot air defense interceptors. The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has called for more Patriot interceptors to be sent from international…
Russian missile barrage kills at least 16 in Ukraine and wounds dozens →Russian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports that at least 12 people were killed and over 40 injured in a "massive" Russian missile strike on Kyiv, which was part of a larger attack on Ukraine's capital region. The Ukrainian air force intercepted 186 missiles and drones, but some munitions impacted across 28 locations, causing damage to residential buildings, a children's hospital, and school. Zelenskyy warned that…
'Massive' Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 people, Zelenskyy says →A video appears to show a Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, which occurred early on Thursday. At least 12 people were killed and numerous others were injured in the attack. The officials state that civilian infrastructure, such as a children's hospital, was among the targets hit by the Russian ballistic missiles.
Video shows Russian missile strike on Ukrainian capital →A report on a recent attack by Russian forces on Kyiv, Ukraine, details a nearly nine-hour barrage that began just after midnight on August 20. At least eight people were killed when a residential building in the Solomianskyi district was destroyed, and 12 residents were rescued from the wreckage. The strike also damaged nearby civilian infrastructure, including a school and children's hospital. President Volodymyr…
Kyiv residents search through the wreckage after Russia’s deadly barrage →Analysis
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- The BBC headline focuses on Russia's warning to the UK about consequences for supplying drones to Ukraine, while The Independent highlights the impact of Ukrainian drone strikes in Moscow.13
- ABC News (AU) and CBC emphasize the death toll from Russian missile strikes in Kyiv, with ABC News (US) focusing on President Zelenskyy's statement about the attack being massive.564
How it changed
- 16 Aug
Russia has intensified aerial attacks across Ukraine in recent weeks, while Kyiv has stepped up attacks on Russian logistics hubs, aiming to disrupt military supplies.
- 18 Aug
Russia has warned the UK of "consequences" following confirmation that British-made drones were used in recent strikes on military and industrial targets in Russia.
- 20 Aug
At least 13 people have died after Russian ballistic missiles damaged buildings and severed the power supply to some parts of Kyiv, officials say.
Coverage 15 articles
21 Aug Kyiv residents search through the wreckage after Russia’s deadly barrageA report on a recent attack by Russian forces on Kyiv, Ukraine, details a nearly nine-hour barrage that began just after midnight on August 20. At least eight people were killed when a residential building in the Solomianskyi district was destroyed, and 12 residents were rescued from the wreckage. The strike also damaged nearby civilian infrastructure, including a school and children's hospital. President Volodymyr…Euronews
20 Aug Video shows Russian missile strike on Ukrainian capitalA video appears to show a Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, which occurred early on Thursday. At least 12 people were killed and numerous others were injured in the attack. The officials state that civilian infrastructure, such as a children's hospital, was among the targets hit by the Russian ballistic missiles.Al Jazeera
20 Aug 'Massive' Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 people, Zelenskyy saysRussian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports that at least 12 people were killed and over 40 injured in a "massive" Russian missile strike on Kyiv, which was part of a larger attack on Ukraine's capital region. The Ukrainian air force intercepted 186 missiles and drones, but some munitions impacted across 28 locations, causing damage to residential buildings, a children's hospital, and school. Zelenskyy warned that…ABC News (US)- 20 Aug Russian missile barrage kills at least 16 in Ukraine and wounds dozensRussian forces launched a nighttime aerial attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region in Ukraine, killing at least 16 people and wounding dozens. Moscow has intensified its ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv in recent months, taking advantage of Ukraine's shortage of Patriot air defense interceptors. The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has called for more Patriot interceptors to be sent from international…CBC
20 Aug Russian missile strikes kill 13 in Kyiv, more than 30 injuredRussian missile strikes have hit Kyiv, resulting in at least 13 deaths and over 30 injuries in the city and surrounding area. The attacks damaged buildings, including a residential block where seven people were killed, and cut power to approximately 50,000 homes. Ukraine is awaiting a response from US negotiators after presenting them with proposals for ending the war.ABC News (AU)
20 Aug At least 13 killed in Kyiv as Ukraine grapples with air defence shortagesUkrainian Prime Minister reported that at least 13 people have been killed and 40 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv, with apartment blocks and warehouses targeted overnight. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attributed the deaths to a shortage of air defense missiles, which the country relies on Western allies to supply. Around 20 Russian missiles were fired at the city, with none reportedly intercepted by…BBC
19 Aug Moscow warehouse burns as Ukraine drone crews prepare to strike againA warehouse in Moscow is still smoldering after a Ukrainian drone strike overnight, with hundreds of miles away, Ukrainian troops are preparing to launch another attack. The strikes are part of Ukraine's long-range campaign to target industrial, logistical, and military infrastructure deep within Russian territory. According to the Ukrainian regiment's commander, Yevhen Karas, his unit has taken part in multiple…The Independent18 Aug Russia warns Britain of 'consequences' for supplying drones to UkraineRussia's embassy in London issued a statement on August 18, warning Britain of "consequences" for supplying drones to Ukraine used against Russian targets. The UK is expected to provide 150,000 drones to Ukraine by 2026 as part of a £752 million funding package. Russia has repeatedly warned Western allies that their support for Ukraine could provoke retaliatory measures and increase the risk of broader…The Straits Times
18 Aug Moscow warns of ‘consequences’ after reports U.K.-made drones hit RussiaRussia's embassy in London warned Britain that it will face "consequences" after reports emerged that U.K.-made drones supplied to Ukraine had been used in strikes deep inside Russian territory. The warning was made in response to a report by The Sunday Times that two British companies, one of which is a subsidiary of BAE Systems, had produced the drones used by Kyiv to hit military and industrial targets. According…National Post- 18 Aug Russian missile attack kills 10 in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, officials sayA Russian missile attack killed 10 people in a village in Ukraine's Kharkiv region on August 18, with a further 17 injured. According to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the attack targeted a busy intersection with residential buildings nearby. The strike damaged at least 17 structures, including private homes, a cafe, and shops, as well as several cars. The Ukrainian authorities have stated that they will respond to…The Straits Times
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18 Aug Ukraine, Russia trade strikes; Wildberries site hit againUkraine and Russia traded airstrikes overnight, with Ukraine launching 620 drones towards Moscow. According to Moscow's Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, most of the drones were intercepted or shot down, but some caused minor damage at a Wildberries facility. In another incident, a Russian missile strike in Kharkiv killed 10 civilians and injured 18 others, damaging several homes and buildings. The UN has warned that amplified…Deutsche Welle
18 Aug Russia warns UK will pay for supplying drones to UkraineRussia has warned the UK that it will face consequences for supplying Ukraine with British-made drones used in recent strikes on military and industrial targets in Russia. The Russian embassy to the UK accused Britain of escalating the Ukraine crisis, stating that the deeper its involvement, the higher the price it will pay. According to a spokesperson for the UK Ministry of Defence, the UK is committed to providing…BBC
16 Aug Five killed as Russia launches fresh aerial attacks across UkraineAt least five people have been killed and over 10 injured in Ukraine as a result of Russian airstrikes, with attacks also reported in several cities across the country. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of targeting civilian infrastructure, citing damage to book markets and residential areas. The strikes caused fires in Kyiv and other cities, including Kremenchuk and Kryvyi Rih, which were hit by…BBC
16 Aug UK-made drones strike targets inside RussiaThe UK-made drones have been used for the first time to strike targets inside Russia, with two British companies building the drones that have successfully hit military and industrial targets, including refineries and a warehouse belonging to online retailer Wildberries. According to reports, the strikes have caused over £35bn in economic damage. The UK's Ministry of Defence has announced plans to supply Ukraine…BBC
16 Aug Watch: BBC visits smouldering market in Ukraine after strikesA BBC correspondent has reported on a smouldering market in Kyiv, Ukraine, where six people have been injured after Russian strikes. According to reports, five people were killed across Ukraine in the strikes, although Russian officials claim seven were killed, with differing blame assigned. The BBC visited the market while firefighters attempted to put out remaining hot spots. The market sells items such as books…BBC
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