Drone and missile strikes kill 19 people in Russia and Ukraine
At least 19 people were killed in attacks that hit a book market in Kyiv and struck Moscow, marking one of the largest assaults on the Russian capital since the war began.
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Aftermath of a strike on Odesa during Russian mass attack on Ukraine by missiles and drones in the night on 16 April 2026. 8 people died and 22 were injured in the city ( an article ). (Illustrative image.) Credit: State Emergency Service of Ukraine · CC BY 4.0
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The drone and missile strikes destroyed a book market in Kyiv[1]
Moscow faced one of the most massive attacks since the start of the war[1]
Casualties and Impact
A surge of drones and missiles launched from Ukrainian territory struck targets in both Russia and Ukraine, killing a total of 19 civilians and causing extensive damage to structures, including a popular book market in Kyiv.[1]
In Moscow, a large-scale attack hit the capital for the first time in months, resulting in a significant number of casualties and heightened security measures across the city.[1]
Long‑range Strikes Escalate
The strikes mark a continuation of an escalating pattern of long‑range weaponry deployment by both sides, with Ukraine intensifying operations against strategic targets while Russia has sought to defend key urban centers.[1]
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