Russian drone strikes kill at least five in Ukraine as Kyiv targets Russian oil ports

In a large-scale overnight aerial attack on September 9, 2026, Russian drones struck multiple regions of Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv and a border crossing near Moldova, killing at least five people. Ukrainian forces responded by targeting Russian oil infrastructure, including the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk and an oil terminal, leading Russia to suspend flights in some areas. The attacks come as Europe plans to send US-made air defenses to Kyiv to help counter an anticipated Russian winter campaign.