Massive Russian strike on Kyiv kills at least 30 days before NATO summit

On July 3, 2026, Russia launched a massive missile attack on Kyiv, killing at least 30 people and injuring many more. It was the deadliest strike on the Ukrainian capital this year, destroying 64 apartments in a high-rise building, along with warehouses and a Porsche dealership. Rescuers spent hours searching through rubble for survivors.

The attack came just days before a NATO summit, where Ukraine's allies are expected to discuss further military support. The timing has drawn attention, though no direct link between the strike and the summit has been confirmed. Officials in Kyiv described the assault as exceptionally deadly and called for stronger air defenses.