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8 Killed and Over 60 Wounded in Ukrainian Drone Attack on Russian Regions

Kyiv continues its aerial campaign targeting energy and military infrastructure inside Russia to weaken Moscow's war capabilities.

Jul 18, 2026, 11:43 AM NPR News

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On Saturday, July 18th, 2026, Ukrainian forces launched a drone attack on regions within Russia, resulting in 8 deaths and more than 60 injuries. This strike is part of Kyiv's ongoing aerial campaign aimed at energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia, with the objective of undermining Moscow's war effort.

The attack highlights the continued hostilities and strategic targeting by Ukrainian forces within Russian territory.

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