Ukraine war latest: Russian drone attacks on Kyiv kill 2, injure over 40 amid day of repeated strikes

kyivindependent.com·The Kyiv Independent news desk·2026-09-23T17:55:09.000Z
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The article reports on a series of Russian drone attacks across Ukraine, including in Kyiv, that killed two people and injured dozens, damaging civilian infrastructure like markets, railways, and residential areas. It also covers a brief Russian helicopter incursion into Polish airspace and growing concerns that Belarus could be used as a launchpad for future attacks. The story relies on official statements and eyewitness accounts to convey the ongoing toll on Ukrainian civilians and the strain on defenses, while emphasizing the pattern of Russian strikes on non-military targets.

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