A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian border city of Belgorod killed between five and six people and injured 27-37 others, including children, according to Russian authorities. The attack damaged residential buildings and was part of a broader Ukrainian drone campaign involving 285 drones over 12 hours.
Russia launched over 200 missiles and drones targeting Ukraine, killing at least five people and damaging Odesa's port infrastructure, while Ukraine struck Belgorod, killing five. President Zelenskyy accused Moscow of threatening global food security by targeting the critical Black Sea port.
Ukrainian forces conducted extensive drone strikes across Russia and occupied Crimea in early August 2026, targeting commercial logistics hubs including multiple Wildberries retail facilities, a university allegedly involved in drone development in Belgorod, oil refineries, and military airfields. The attacks resulted in at least 14-22 deaths and significant infrastructure damage.
