Russian missile strike on Kyiv defense expo kills 10

A Russian ballistic missile strike on a private training ground in the Kyiv region on Friday, July 24, 2026, killed at least 10 people and injured approximately 100 others. The attack targeted a gathering of Ukrainian defense industry representatives at an exhibition showcasing drones, according to statements from Russian and Ukrainian officials.

Russia's Defense Ministry claimed responsibility for the strike, stating it had deliberately targeted an exhibition displaying Ukrainian and foreign-made unmanned aerial vehicles, including future models, which it alleged were used to attack civilian targets inside Russia. Ukrainian authorities confirmed the attack hit a site where defense industry officials were present. The Kyiv Regional Military Administration reported the strike involved a ballistic missile and caused the heaviest damage in the Buchanskyi district.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the missile attack on the Kyiv region and reported that rescue crews were working at the scene. The Ukrainian Council of Arms Manufacturers stated the event's exact location had not been publicly disclosed and urged the public not to share details that could compromise the...