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Russia and Ukraine trade strikes: Missile and drone attacks hit major cities
Published 9 August 2026 · europe
Russia and Ukraine have traded deadly missile and drone attacks, with overnight strikes reported across several regions. At least two people were killed in Ukraine's
Russia and Ukraine have traded deadly missile and drone attacks, with overnight strikes reported across several regions. At least two people were killed in Ukraine's second-largest city, Kharkiv, in Russian attacks.
Ukrainian drones targeting the Russian city of Belgorod killed at least five people, according to officials. The latest strikes come as both sides continue to target cities and infrastructure far from the front line, with civilians bearing the brunt of the escalating attacks.
Al Jazeera’s Victoria Gatenby reports. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: August 9, 2026 • 8:09 PM IST · Updated: August 9, 2026 • 8:42 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Russia and Ukraine have traded deadly missile and drone attacks, with overnight strikes reported across several regions.
At least two people were killed in Ukraine's second-largest city, Kharkiv, in Russian attacks.
Ukrainian drones targeting the Russian city of Belgorod killed at least five people, according to officials.
The latest strikes come as both sides continue to target cities and infrastructure far from the front line, with civilians bearing the brunt of the escalating attacks.
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