# Russian Ministry of Defence

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## Timeline

- **2026-08-01**: Massive Ballistic Missile Attack on Kyiv — Russia launches a volley of over 10 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, killing 9 civilians and wounding 27–28. Strikes hit five districts, damaging residential buildings and vehicles; emergency services rescue 105 people.
- **2026-06**: Deadliest Month for Civilians — United Nations reports June 2026 as the deadliest month for civilians in Ukraine since April 2022, amid intensified Russian long-range strikes.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Kyiv Ballistic Missile Attack Kills 9, Exposing Critical Air Defense Gaps
2026-08-01 06:47:33 · Sentiment: Very Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

A Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv left 9 civilians dead and 27 wounded, underscoring the escalating missile threat and Ukraine’s urgent need for robust layered air defense. The attack, which involved over 10 rapid explosions, demonstrates saturation tactics that challenge current interceptor inventories and energize defense tech demand.
Full story: https://getspacebrief.com/story/kyiv-ballistic-missile-attack-9-dead-air-defense-gaps

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