Russian strikes on Kyiv kill 9, injure at least 27, officials say

Core Impact Points

• At least 9 people were killed and 27 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, on August 1, 2026.
• The attacks come after the United Nations reported June as the deadliest month for civilians in Ukraine since April 2022.
• Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Trump to discuss military aid and support for Ukraine.
• Russia has escalated its long-range strikes on towns and cities across Ukraine, causing significant damage and loss of life.
• Ukraine has targeted energy and logistics infrastructure in Russia in retaliation, putting pressure on Moscow to negotiate a peace deal.
• The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has significant implications for the global economy and US consumers, particularly in the energy and technology sectors.