Russia Resumes Kyiv Attacks After Envoy Visit

Russia resumed missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv early Tuesday, September 8, 2026, following a three-day pause that coincided with a visit by United States peace envoys. The strikes, which began around 3:30 a.m. local time, targeted residential areas and caused injuries, according to city officials. The renewed assault came shortly after the departure of U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who had been in the region as part of Washington's efforts to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict. Russia had announced a three-day halt to attacks on Kyiv, beginning around September 5 or 6, to allow for the diplomatic visit. The pause expired, and Russian forces launched a combined missile and drone attack against the capital. Explosions were heard across Kyiv, with damage reported to at least two multistory residential buildings and a warehouse. Falling debris also impacted residential blocks, according to the Kyiv Military Administration. Six people were injured in the attacks, Mayor Vitali Klitschko stated, adding that some individuals were trapped in a residential building. The U.S.