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Ukraine: Kyiv endures missile barrage, political tensions — FrontPages.eu, July 26, 2026

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Ukraine is grappling with a severe escalation of Russian aggression, as cities across the country, including the capital Kyiv, face relentless missile attacks. Kyiv endured a "hellish night" marked by ballistic strikes that ignited fires and caused extensive damage to buildings and dozens of vehicles. Similar devastating strikes have been reported in major regional centers like Kryvyi Rih, where a hypermarket was completely destroyed, and Kharkiv, where a residential building was hit, resulting in casualties. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, reported that over half of Russia's missiles launched in the past week were ballistic. In response to the intensified attacks, Ukrainian defense forces have conducted counter-strikes, successfully targeting a 'Chernomornaftogaz' facility and a transmitter in Crimea, as well as a bridge in the Donetsk region. Meanwhile, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has apprehended an agent accused of activating over 1000 Starlink systems for Russian forces. Domestically, the political landscape is marked by discussions surrounding Mykhailo Fedorov, former Minister of Defence of Ukraine, and his relationship with President Zelenskyy. Political analyst Reuterovych highlighted a potential stalemate and the risks of changes within the National Security and Defense Council, amidst reports of unfavorable public sentiment towards President Zelenskyy. Serhii Koretskyi currently serves as the Prime Minister of Ukraine, with the Servant of the People party forming the government.

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Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia, have endured a barrage of Russian missile attacks. Kyiv suffered a "hellish night" with ballistic strikes causing fires and extensive damage, while a hypermarket in Kryvyi Rih was completely destroyed and a residential building in Kharkiv was hit, leading to casualties. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted that over half of Russia's recent missile launches were ballistic.

TSN.ua: Kyiv endures hellish night: capital hit by ballistics, buildings and dozens of…

Kyiv experienced a devastating night with ballistic missile strikes causing fires in buildings and damaging dozens of cars, with all details provided in the report.

Hromadske: Ballistic Strike on Arms Exhibition Near Kyiv

Details are emerging about a ballistic missile strike that hit an arms exhibition in the Kyiv region, with information on the aftermath and known details available.

Liga.net: Kryvyi Rih Hypermarket Completely Destroyed by Russian Strike

A Russian strike in Kryvyi Rih has completely destroyed the 'Epicenter' hypermarket, detailing the significant damage and impact on civilian infrastructure.

TSN.ua: Since morning, Russians have been attacking a major regional center: first…

Since the morning, Russia has been attacking a large regional center in Ukraine, with initial reports detailing destruction and casualties.

Українська правда: Zelenskyy: Over half of Russia's missiles launched at Ukraine last week were…

President Zelenskyy stated that more than half of the missiles Russia launched at Ukraine over the past week were ballistic.

Українська правда: Russian missile strike on Kyiv: debris hits 18-story building, 3 injured

A Russian missile attack on Kyiv resulted in debris falling on an 18-story building, causing injuries to three people.

Українська правда: In Kharkiv, Russians hit residential building with 'Banderoll': 1 dead, 9…

Russian forces targeted a residential building in Kharkiv with a 'Banderoll' strike, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries.

TSN.ua: Russians are attacking Zaporizhzhia: hits already recorded

The Russian military is currently launching attacks on the city of Zaporizhzhia, with reports confirming that impacts have already occurred.

NV: Russians Attacked Epicenter in Kryvyi Rih

Russian forces have launched an attack on the Epicenter store in Kryvyi Rih, causing a fire.

Hromadske: Massive Fire in Kryvyi Rih After Russian Strike

A significant fire, covering 16,000 square meters, is being extinguished in a Kryvyi Rih hypermarket following a Russian attack.

Hromadske: Two Ballistic Missiles Hit, Air Force Reports Night Attack Consequences

The Ukrainian Air Force reported that two ballistic missiles were intercepted, detailing the consequences of a night-time attack.

Українська правда: Russia attacked with 110 targets: air defense neutralized 5 of 7 ballistic…

Russian forces launched 110 targets, with air defense systems neutralizing 5 out of 7 ballistic missiles, X-59/69 missiles, and over one hundred drones.

Українська правда: Russia attacked Kryvyi Rih in the morning: the city's only 'Epicenter' caught…

Russian forces attacked Kryvyi Rih this morning, causing a fire at the city's only 'Epicenter' store.

Ukrainian defense forces successfully targeted a 'Chernomornaftogaz' facility and a transmitter in Crimea, along with a bridge in the Donetsk region. Separately, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) apprehended an agent responsible for activating over 1000 Starlink systems for Russian forces.

Українська правда: Ukrainian forces hit Black Sea gas facility, Crimean transmitter, and Donbas…

Ukraine's defense forces successfully struck a 'Chernomornaftogaz' facility and a transmitter in Crimea, as well as a bridge in the Donetsk region.

NV: AFU Hit Black Sea Oil and Gas Object and Russian Army Sites in Crimea

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have successfully struck a Black Sea Oil and Gas object and a radio relay station belonging to the Russian army in Crimea, according to the General Staff.

Українська правда: SBU detains agent who activated over 1000 Starlink systems for Russians

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has arrested an agent responsible for activating over 1000 Starlink systems for Russian forces.

Political analyst Reuterovych commented on the ongoing political situation involving Mykhailo Fedorov, former Minister of Defence of Ukraine, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, discussing a potential stalemate and the risks associated with changes in the National Security and Defense Council, amidst unfavorable public opinion for President Zelenskyy.

NV: Zelensky Won't Return Fedorov to NSDC; Dual Power Will Exist - Reuterovych

Political analyst Reuterovych discusses the stalemate between Fedorov and Zelensky, potential risks of changes in the National Security and Defense Council, and unfavorable sociology for Zelensky.

Russia has reportedly intensified its aerial assault capabilities by significantly increasing the number of attack aircraft deployed to the front lines. Additionally, a Russian attack on a dairy farm in the Sumy region resulted in the deaths of numerous cows. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also urged international partners to expedite missile delivery after recent strikes.

TSN.ua: Many cows died: Russians attacked a dairy farm in the Sumy region

A Russian attack on a dairy farm in the Sumy region resulted in the deaths of numerous cows.

TSN.ua: Moscow is patching holes': Russia sharply increased the number of assault…

Russia has reportedly intensified its aerial assault capabilities by significantly increasing the number of attack aircraft deployed to the front lines.

NV: Zelensky Urges Partners to Expedite Missile Delivery After Russian Strike

Following a Russian strike on Ukraine, President Zelensky has called on international partners to speed up the delivery of interceptor missiles, emphasizing the importance of timely aid.

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