The recent months have seen a dramatic increase in the use of guided aerial bombs (KABs) by Russian forces against Ukrainian cities, significantly affecting civilian life and infrastructure. Notable incidents include strikes on Sumy, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia, resulting in fatalities, injuries, and extensive damage to residential and public buildings. The Russian strategy involves deploying KABs alongside drones and missiles, aiming for maximum impact. Reports indicate over 1,600 KABs launched in a single week, demanding swift international response. Ukraine continues to appeal for more defensive aid to counter these threats and protect its citizens.
What is the impact of KAB strikes on Ukrainian cities?
KAB strikes on Ukrainian cities have led to significant civilian casualties and extensive damage to infrastructure. Cities like Sumy, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia have been particularly hard-hit, with residential and public buildings severely damaged, disrupting daily life and causing a humanitarian crisis.
How many KABs did Russia launch on Ukraine recently?
In recent weeks, Russia has escalated its use of guided aerial bombs (KABs), with reports indicating over 1,600 KABs launched in a single week. This is part of a broader strategy involving drones and missiles, intensifying the conflict and international concern.
How is Ukraine responding to the KAB attacks?
Ukraine is appealing for increased international support and defensive aid to combat the onslaught of KABs and other aerial threats. This includes enhancing air defense systems and seeking diplomatic pressure on Russia to cease its aggressive actions against civilian areas.
What is the international community's stance on the KAB strikes?
The international community has expressed concern over the escalation of violence and the humanitarian impact of KAB strikes. There have been calls for Russia to adhere to international law, and discussions about increasing sanctions and support for Ukraine are ongoing.
Are KAB attacks targeting specific regions in Ukraine?
KAB attacks have predominantly targeted regions like Sumy, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia. These areas have faced repeated strikes, leading to casualties and significant damage to infrastructure as part of Russia's strategy to destabilize Ukrainian territory.
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Russian forces struck Kharkiv with three KAB bombs: 6 people killed, 59 injured. PHOTOS (updated) Russian occupiers launched a KAB airstrike on one of Kharkiv’s districts. There are casualties as a result of the attack. 3 063 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv
Russian forces dropped five KAB bombs on Sumy: one struck near high-rise block; at least five people wounded. PHOTO On the morning of 4 October 2026, Russian forces carried out air strikes on Sumy. The enemy launched five air strikes on the Sumy community this morning. 1 664 14 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy
Enemy air strike on Sumy: occupiers fired four KABs at industrial area On the afternoon of 3 October 2026, the enemy launched an air strike on Sumy. The occupiers struck the city with four KABs. 789 1 Previously in trend: Strike on Sumy
Russians strike Kharkiv with KABs: two women killed, 32 injured, including children. (updated) During the day on October 2, Russian forces struck Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs. 3 056 17 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv
Karyna, who lost both legs in KAB strike, is learning to walk on prosthetics: "Sometimes I walk through pain because no one else will walk for me". VIDEO Karyna Aheeva, who lost both her legs on 3 July as a result of a Russian guided air strike on Shevchenko Avenue in Sumy, is undergoing rehabilitation and learning to walk again. Despite being in severe pain, she trains every day using special training prostheses. 4 824 3 Previously in trend: Strike on Sumy
Ruscists attack Sumy with KABs: 2 killed, 9 injured, including 3 children. PHOTOS (updated) Russian occupiers attacked Sumy with guided aerial bombs (KABs). 1 735 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy
Russians struck Kharkiv with KABs: 25 people were injured, including children (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 28 September, Russian forces carried out strikes on Kharkiv using guided aerial bombs. The Kyivskyi and Saltivskyi districts of the city were hit. So far, 22 people are reported to have been injured. 1 932 2 Previously in trend: Kharkiv region
Russia has fired over 2,200 drones, around 1,650 guided missiles and 38 rockets at Ukraine in past week, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia continues to attack Ukrainian territory with strike drones, aerial bombs, and missiles, including ballistic missiles. 1 502 21 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Russian forces struck Sumy with KAB bombs: there are fatalities and injuries. PHOTO On the afternoon of 26 September 2026, Russian forces carried out air strikes on Sumy. 3 482 13 Previously in trend: Strike on Sumy
Occupiers strike Sumy with two KABs: 12 injured, including three children. PHOTOS (updated) On the afternoon of September 25, Russian forces struck residential areas in the Kovpakivskyi and Zarichnyi districts of Sumy with two KAB guided aerial bombs. Twelve people are currently known to have been injured, including three children. 1 985 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy
Enemy strikes Sumy with KABs: seven injured, water supply restricted due to power disruptions. VIDEO&PHOTOS On Wednesday afternoon, September 23, Russian forces struck Sumy with guided aerial bombs. At least five people were injured. 2 725 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy
Russia dropped KABs on Izium: buildings damaged, fires broke out. PHOTO Russian troops launched a massive attack on Izium in the Kharkiv region, reportedly dropping eight guided bombs on the town. The strikes took place between 21:30 and 21:50. 1 749 1
Russian strike and jet-powered UAVs attack Ukraine on evening of September 22: Air-raid alerts declared in several regions (updated) On the evening of Tuesday, 22 September, Russian occupiers continued attacking Ukraine with strike and jet-powered UAVs. Air-raid alerts were declared in several regions due to the threat of strikes. 2 672 0 Previously in trend: Attack of drones
Russia has launched over 2,000 drones, 1,700 guided bombs and 19 missiles at Ukraine in past week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia continues to attack Ukrainian territory using aerial bombs, missiles and drones, the majority of which are jet-powered. 1 111 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Ruscists strike Sumy with KABs: two killed and seven injured, including child. PHOTOS (updated) On the evening of September 18, Russian guided aerial bombs hit a multi-storey residential building in Sumy. 3 889 15 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region Strike on Sumy
Russian strike on Sumy: 63-year-old man dies in hospital A 63-year-old man injured in a Russian guided aerial bomb strike on a residential area of Sumy has died in hospital. 683 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy
Occupiers launched massive KAB strike on Izium: nine people were injured (updated) Russian troops launched a massive strike with guided bombs on Izium in the Kharkiv region. According to preliminary reports, an apartment building was damaged and two people were injured. 1 192 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region
Russia fired around 2,100 drones, nearly 1,700 guided bombs and 78 missiles at Ukraine in space of week, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russian occupiers continue to attack Ukraine with drones, including jet-powered drones, KABs and missiles. 1 692 31 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Russian forces attacked Odesa with ’Banderols’ and KABs: buildings destroyed, 8 people injured, including child (updated). PHOTOS On the night of Tuesday 2 September 2026, Russian forces launched a massive attack on Odesa. 5 763 10 Previously in trend: Shelling of Odesa
Russians strike Sumy with KABs: hits recorded at three locations, three injured At around 8:35 p.m. today, Russian troops struck Sumy with guided aerial bombs. Private residential areas and civilian infrastructure were damaged, and three people are known to have been injured. 1 132 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy by KABs
Russian forces struck Sloviansk with KABs at 4 am: one person killed, 5 wounded. VIDEO+PHOTOS Early this morning, Russian occupying forces attacked Sloviansk with guided aerial bombs. 1 941 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Sloviansk
Russian forces struck Kryvyi Rih with KAB bombs On the afternoon of August 25, 2026, Russian forces carried out airstrikes on Kryvyi Rih in the Dnipropetrovsk region. 2 405 13
Russia struck Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bomb: two people were killed On the night of 25 August, Russian forces launched a guided air strike on Zaporizhzhia. 1 761 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Russian forces struck private sector in Zaporizhzhia with KAB bomb: house was destroyed and there was damage. VIDEO+PHOTOS In the early hours of 19 August 2026, a Russian guided aerial bomb destroyed a private house in one of Zaporizhzhia’s districts. 1 086 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Russia fired over 1,550 drones, nearly 1,560 KABs and 62 rockets at Ukraine over course of week, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Throughout the week, 13 regions of Ukraine came under attack from enemy drones, KABs and missiles, the majority of which were ballistic. 1 034 23 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Occupiers strike Sumy with four KABs: man killed, around 20 houses damaged. PHOTO Russian occupation forces dropped four guided aerial bombs on civilian infrastructure in Sumy. 1 625 13 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy by KABs
Occupiers dropped KAB on Zaporizhzhia: 4 injured, cars on fire, building damaged (updated). PHOTOS On the morning of 10 August 2026, Russian forces carried out an air strike on Zaporizhzhia. 1 553 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia
KAB strike on Sumy: 14 people injured, including child (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 10 August, the Russians dropped five KAB bombs on Sumy. The attack left five people injured and caused damage to private homes and blocks of flats. 2 699 13 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy by KABs Shelling of Sumy
Russia fired over 1,560 drones, 1,540 guided missiles and 61 rockets at Ukraine in the past week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia continues to attack Ukrainian towns and villages using drones, aerial bombs and missiles, including ballistic missiles. 1 549 50 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Russians struck Sumy with four KABs: two people were injured, and buildings and infrastructure were damaged On the night of August 6, Russian troops carried out four strikes with guided aerial bombs (KAB) on civilian infrastructure in Sumy. At least two people were injured as a result of the attack, and significant damage was also reported. 1 061 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy by KABs
Russia dropped record 8,300 KABs in July, with over 250 combat engagements taking place daily on front line In July 2026, the Russian army intensified its aerial terror along the line of contact. The past month was also marked by a high intensity of combat operations. 950 14 Previously in trend: Situation at front
Russia struck high-rise building in Kherson with two KAB bombs. VIDEO+PHOTO Russian occupying forces dropped aerial bombs on one of Kherson’s districts this morning. 1 661 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kherson
Russia fired around 1,900 drones, nearly 1,600 KABs and 144 missiles at Ukraine over the course of week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Over the course of the week, Russian forces carried out strikes on 16 Ukrainian regions using drones, guided aerial bombs (KABs) and missiles. 1 767 35 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Enemy strikes community in Mykolaiv region with KABs: houses and administrative building damaged. PHOTOS Russian forces struck the Halytsynove community in Mykolaiv region with guided aerial bombs. 621 0 Previously in trend: Shellings of Mykolaiv region
Ruscists strike Pavlohrad with KAB: apartments on fire, one person killed Russian occupiers struck Pavlohrad with a KAB, killing one person. 1 928 12 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region
"Knights never abandon their own": following KAB strike on Druzhkivka, soldiers rescued seriously injured cat. VIDEO Following a Russian air strike using guided bombs on Druzhkivka in the Donetsk region, servicemen from the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade, named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign, rescued a seriously injured cat. The animal was evacuated from the shelling zone and handed over to vets. 4 229 14 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone
"Birds of Magyar" pilots shoot down rare Forpost-R UAV with Chaklun-KM interceptor over Kursk region. VIDEO Pilots of the 7th Topota Battalion of the 414th Separate Unmanned Systems Brigade "Birds of Magyar" destroyed a rare Russian Forpost-R reconnaissance-and-strike UAV. 3 729 8 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Destruction of Russian drones Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations
Occupiers launched KAB strike on Zaporizhzhia: two injured. PHOTO During the day, Russian invaders launched a second round of KAB strikes on Zaporizhzhia. 957 4 Previously in trend: Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia
Russia launched nearly 1,700 drones, over 1,630 guided bombs and 95 missiles at Ukraine over course of week, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Throughout the week, Russian troops continued to attack Ukrainian towns and villages using drones, aerial bombs and various types of missiles. 1 395 35 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine
Russia struck residential areas of Zaporizhzhia with KABs: 3 killed, 13 injured, buildings ablaze (updated). VIDEO+PHOTOS On the morning of 21 July 2026, Russian forces launched a strike on Zaporizhzhia using KABs. 4 843 13 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Night-time strike on Kramatorsk with nine KABs: two dead and 10 wounded. PHOTO Russian forces dropped nine guided bombs on Kramatorsk during the night. Two people were killed and a further 10 were injured. High-rise buildings and medical facilities were damaged. 1 656 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk
Russia has struck Zaporizhzhia with guided bombs for second time in 24 hours: one person has been killed and others injured. PHOTOS On the afternoon of 20 July, Russian occupying forces once again attacked Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bombs. 1 558 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Russian forces struck Pavlohrad with KAB: two dead, 15 wounded, including child (updated). PHOTO On the morning of 20 July, the enemy launched an attack on Pavlohrad in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Two people were killed and a further eight were injured. 1 705 5 Previously in trend: Strike on Pavlohrad
Occupiers struck Zaporizhzhia: two people killed, 42 injured, including 8 children (updated). PHOTOS On Sunday, 19 July, Russian occupation forces launched KAB strikes on Zaporizhzhia. Preliminary reports indicate fatalities and three injuries. 3 002 17 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Russian forces dropped seven KAB bombs on Sumy: three injured, one person trapped under the rubble. PHOTO On the morning of 19 July, the enemy carried out strikes using guided aerial bombs against civilian infrastructure in the city of Sumy. 1 547 1 Previously in trend: Strike on Sumy
Enemy struck Zaporizhzhia with KAB bombs: five injured, including two children. PHOTOS On Saturday, 18 July, Russian forces carried out air strikes on Zaporizhzhia. There are casualties, including children. 1 312 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Russians strike Izium with KAB: seven injured, including three children (updated) Russian forces struck Izium in the Kharkiv region with a guided aerial bomb. Three people were wounded in the attack, including an eight-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl. 1 032 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region
Occupiers dropped five KABs on Sumy: civilian infrastructure was damaged On the night of July 16–17, Russian occupation forces launched five strikes on Sumy using guided aerial bombs. The attack resulted in hits on civilian infrastructure facilities. 1 200 6 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy by KABs
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