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Russia's use of guided aerial bombs (GAB) in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine has resulted in significant casualties and destruction, particularly in areas like Zaporizhzhia and Sumy. Over the recent weeks, Russia has significantly intensified air strikes, deploying thousands of drones, missiles, and guided bombs across Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy highlighted the need for bolstered air defense systems as Russia targets civilian infrastructure, including energy facilities and residential areas. Incidents such as the attack on a nursery in Sumy and civilian casualties in Zaporizhzhia underscore the urgent requirement for enhanced international support for Ukraine's defense efforts.

What are guided aerial bombs (GAB) and how are they being used?

Guided aerial bombs (GAB) are precision munitions used by Russia in its ongoing attacks on Ukraine. These weapons are designed to strike specific targets with high accuracy, causing significant destruction to infrastructure and resulting in civilian casualties. Recent strikes have targeted regions like Zaporizhzhia and Sumy, emphasizing the need for advanced defense systems to counteract these threats.

Where have guided aerial bombs recently struck in Ukraine?

Recent reports indicate that Russian guided aerial bombs have struck multiple locations throughout Ukraine, including Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions. These attacks have caused casualties and damaged civilian infrastructure, prompting calls for stronger air defense capabilities.

Why is Ukraine facing increased attacks from guided aerial bombs?

Ukraine is experiencing a surge in attacks from guided aerial bombs as part of Russia's intensified military strategy. The move aims to exert pressure on Ukraine by targeting civilian structures, weakening morale, and disrupting daily life. This escalation underscores the urgency for international military assistance to enhance Ukraine's defense mechanisms.

What response has Ukraine planned against the recent GAB strikes?

In response to the increased attacks from guided aerial bombs, Ukraine is seeking to reinforce its air defense systems and is calling for international support. Cooperation with allied nations is crucial to obtaining necessary technologies and resources to defend against these precision munitions and protect its civilian population.

How has the international community responded to Russia's use of guided aerial bombs?

The international community has expressed significant concern over Russia's use of guided aerial bombs in Ukraine. Countries and organizations are advocating for stronger defense tactics and providing humanitarian aid to affected areas. Diplomatic efforts are underway to address and mitigate the impact of these military actions on the civilian population.

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Ukrainian KAB First Ukrainian guided aerial bomb ready for combat use, Fedorov says. VIDEO The first Ukrainian guided aerial bomb is ready for combat use. 15 248 133

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Zelenskyy held Supreme Commander-in-Chief HQ meeting: countering Russian KABs, army reform launch planned for June Ukraine is developing protection against Russian aviation and preparing to launch army reform at the beginning of summer. 1 726 30 Previously in trend: Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Staff meeting Reforms in the army

KAB Ruscists strike Shchaslyve in Zaporizhzhia region with guided aerial bomb: three wounded, house destroyed Russian occupation forces struck the settlement of Shchaslyve in the Zaporizhzhia region with a guided bomb. Three people were injured. 486 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

The strike on Zaporizhzhia on 5 May Day of Mourning declared in Zaporizhzhia on May 6 after Russian strike. VIDEO+PHOTOS A Day of Mourning has been declared in Zaporizhzhia on May 6 for those killed in a Russian strike with guided aerial bombs. 3 198 17 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia UAV attack on Zaporizhzhia

Russia hits Zaporizhzhia enterprises with guided bombs Russia attacks several enterprises in Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bombs: 12 already killed. VIDEO (updated) Explosions rocked Zaporizhzhia during an air raid alert. Russian forces attacked the city with guided aerial bombs. 10 397 41 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia

Massive attacks by the Russian Federation across regions of Ukraine, aimed at overloading air defence systems. Russia launched around 1,600 drones and 1,100 unmanned aerial vehicles at Ukraine over the past week, - Zelenskyy Russia has intensified its air strikes on Ukraine, deploying around 1,600 attack drones, nearly 1,100 guided bombs and three missiles over the past week. 745 13 Previously in trend: Massive combined attack

The enemy has attacked the Yampil community: the extent of the damage is still being assessed Russia launched KABs on Yampil community in Sumy region: nursery and several houses were damaged The Russian military dropped KABs on civilian infrastructure in the Yampil community in the Sumy region. 1 216 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

Russian attack on Dnipro Russia launched 1,900 drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine over past week, - Zelenskyy Russian forces have deployed thousands of drones, aerial bombs, and missiles over the past week. Ukraine is calling for strengthened air defense capabilities and support from its partners. 902 20 Previously in trend: Massive combined attack

Strike on Zaporizhzhia on the afternoon of 17 April Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with UAVs and KABs: there are casualties. VIDEO As a result of drone attacks and the threat of KABs in Zaporizhzhia, buildings were damaged, cars were burning, and at least two people were injured. 1 440 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia

The occupiers struck the dam in the Kharkiv region with KABs Six Russian KABs attacked Pechenihy Dam in Kharkiv region Today, April 14, 2026, the occupiers launched six guided aerial bombs at the Pechenihy Dam in the Chuhuiv District of Kharkiv Oblast. 7 031 20 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Strike on Pechenihy Dam

Two women were injured in the Zolochiv community, and five more civilians were injured in Derhachi Occupiers struck Zolochiv community with missile in morning. In afternoon, they attacked Derhachi with UAV, there are casualties. PHOTO Russian forces struck the Zolochiv community with guided aerial bombs, injuring two women. In Derhachi, drones injured a further five civilians. 510 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

Shelling of Stepanivka Enemy struck Stepanivka in Kherson region with KABs: school has been destroyed, and there are seriously injured among casualties. VIDEO On the afternoon of 7 April 2026, Russian forces carried out air strikes on Stepanivka in the Kherson region. 1 268 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Kherson region

Kramatorsk Russia attacks Kramatorsk with FAB bombs for second time in day: four people killed, including teenager, two men injured. PHOTO (updated) Russian forces carried out an airstrike on Kramatorsk in the evening. As a result of the attack, four people were killed, and two others were injured. 3 361 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Russia steps up KAB strikes in March, says Defence Ministry Russians used 7,987 KABs in March, highest number since start of year – Defence Ministry Lacking the desired success on the front, the Russian army is trying to apply pressure by increasing the number of airstrikes. 557 1 Previously in trend: KAB shellings

KAB attack on the Shostka community: one dead and several injured Enemy attacked Shostka community in Sumy region; there is one dead woman and several wounded (updated). PHOTO On 3 April, Russian forces attacked the Shostka community with guided aerial bombs. A high-rise building was hit. 1 146 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia region: one woman was killed and others were wounded One person was killed and two others were wounded as a result of enemy attacks on the Zaporizhzhia region. 932 0 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Zaporizhzhia region

Shelling of the Poltava region Russia has launched over 3,000 drones, more than 1,450 KABs and 40 rockets at Ukraine in week, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia continues to attack Ukraine with strike drones, guided aerial bombs and missiles. 1 086 18 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Shelling of Komyshuvakha Russian forces struck Komyshuvakha in Zaporizhzhia region: man was killed. PHOTO On the afternoon of 22 March 2026, Russian forces once again attacked the Zaporizhzhia region. One person was killed as a result of an enemy strike on the Zaporizhzhia district. 999 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

On the night of 13–14 March, the enemy launched a massive attack on the Kyiv region Russia launched 1,770 drones, over 1,530 guided missiles and 86 rockets, of which more than 20 were ballistic, at Ukraine in week, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Over the course of the week, Russian forces have attacked Ukraine using strike drones, guided aerial bombs and missiles. 909 11 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Enemy strike on Zaporizhzhia on 11 March Russians strike residential area in Zaporizhzhia with KABs: 11 injured, including two children. PHOTOS (updated) On Wednesday, 11 March, Russian invaders attacked Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bombs (KABs). Casualties reported. 3 485 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia

Sumy region Russia struck Hlukhiv community with KABs: one man killed, three injured. PHOTOS (updated) On 10 March, Russian troops struck the Hlukhiv community in the Sumy region with guided aerial bombs. A civilian man was killed in the attack on one of the enterprises. 1 959 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

Rescue operations continue in Kharkiv Russia launched nearly 1,750 drones, 1,530 guided aerial bombs and 39 missiles against Ukraine in one week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Over the past week, Russia has attacked Ukraine thousands of times using drones, guided aerial bombs, and missiles. 744 16 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Shelling of Kramatorsk Enemy struck centre of Kramatorsk with KAB: one man killed, six wounded, including children. PHOTO On the night of Saturday, 7 March 2026, Russian troops struck the centre of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region with a KAB-500. 1 479 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Russia struck the Zaporizhzhia district with guided bombs Russians strike Zaporizhzhia district with KABs: three wounded. PHOTOS Russians launched air strikes on the Zaporizhzhia district of the Zaporizhzhia region. Three people were injured. 630 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

Two children injured in guided bomb strike in Zaporizhzhia district Enemy struck Zaporizhzhia district with guided aerial bombs: two children injured During the night of 2 March, the occupiers struck Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region with guided aerial bombs. Children were injured as a result of the attack. 608 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

The situation in the south: Voloshyn on the "kill zone" and enemy tactics in the steppe Situation in south: "kill zone" up to 20 km from front line, - Defense Forces In the steppe zone, the "kill zone" can reach 20 km from the line of contact. The situation remains difficult, but without any sudden changes. 1 866 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Fighting in Huliaipole direction

Shelling of the Kyiv region Russian Federation launched more than 1,300 drones, more than 1,400 guided aerial bombs and 96 missiles against Ukraine in a week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Throughout the week, Russia continued to strike Ukraine using strike drones, various types of missiles, and guided aerial bombs. 912 26 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

The enemy intensified its attacks with KABs on the front line after blocking Starlink After blocking Starlink, Russians intensified their strikes with KABs: more than 100 per day, - Southern Defence Forces. Russian troops are using more than a hundred guided aerial bombs per day against Ukrainian positions. 1 412 10 Previously in trend: Blocking Starlink to occupiers

Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Gahr Støre. Norway to fund purchase of French guided aerial bombs for Ukraine Norway has announced funding for the purchase of a "large number" of French guided aerial bombs for Ukraine under a new bilateral agreement with France. 1 415 7 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Norway Weapons supplies for Ukraine

Shelling of Sloviansk Enemy dropped aerial bombs on Sloviansk: 11-year-old girl and her mother killed, seven more wounded, including child. PHOTO Two people were killed and seven wounded as a result of today's air strikes on Sloviansk in the Donetsk region. 2 671 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

Attack on Kyiv region Russia launched over 2,000 drones, 1,200 guided aerial bombs and 116 missiles at Ukraine in week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia strikes energy facilities, logistics infrastructure, and residential buildings almost daily using drones, guided aerial vehicles, and missiles. 1 478 31 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Shelling of Druzhkivka Russians struck market in Druzhkivka with cluster munitions: at least 7 people killed and 8 wounded (updated). PHOTOS At least six people were killed and one was wounded in today's strikes on Druzhkivka in the Donetsk region. 5 360 21 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

A new level of strikes by the Russian Federation: KABs attack civilian cities Over 5,700 KABs in month: January saw largest number of Russian air strikes since start of invasion, - Ministry of Defence January 2026 was a record month for the war in terms of the scale of Russian aviation's use of guided aerial bombs. According to data from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the enemy dropped more than 5,700 guided aerial bombs on the positions of the Defense Forces and frontline... 857 14 Previously in trend: KAB shellings

Zaporizhzhia region Russians struck Komyshuvakha in Zaporizhzhia region with KABs: man was wounded and houses were destroyed On January 31, Russian troops fired guided aerial bombs at Komyshuvakha in the Zaporizhzhia region. 738 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

Shelling of Zaporizhzhia Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia with KABs: over hundred apartments and 20 cars were damaged (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 28 January 2026, Russian occupiers attacked Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bombs. A fire broke out. 3 556 3 Previously in trend: Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia

The occupiers struck Sloviansk with KABs Enemy struck Sloviansk with KABs: married couple killed and their son wounded Today, 27 January, at 04:30 a.m., the enemy launched an air strike with KABs on Sloviansk, Donetsk Oblast. Hits in the private sector were recorded. 1 359 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

Kyiv region after the shelling Russian Federation launched more than 1,700 drones, more than 1,380 guided aerial bombs, and 69 missiles at Ukraine in one week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia continues to attack energy facilities, critical infrastructure, and residential buildings in Ukraine using drones, guided aerial bombs, and missiles. 806 11 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Russia struck the Bilopillia community in the Sumy region on 20 January Ruscists struck civilian infrastructure and life support facilities in Sumy region with KABs. PHOTOS Russian occupiers struck the Bilopillia community in Sumy region with KABs. 849 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

shelling of Kharkiv Enemy strikes Kharkiv with KABs: woman killed, 11 wounded. PHOTOS (updated) Russian troops struck Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs (KABs). 2 451 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv

kab, kabs Russia dropped record number of KABs in south in one day - 106 strikes, - Defence Forces Over the past day, Russian troops have used a record number of guided aerial bombs in the southern sectors of the front line - 106 KABs 640 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Shelling of Kharkiv Russia used more than 1,300 drones, about 1,050 guided aerial bombs and 29 missiles against Ukraine in week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Ukraine needs more protection, primarily missiles for air defence systems, due to constant Russian attacks. Over the past week, Russia has launched more than 1,300 drones, about 1,050 guided aerial bombs, and 29 missiles at Ukraine. 1 042 26 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Shelling of Kyiv Russia launched nearly 1,100 drones, more than 890 guided aerial bombs and more than 50 missiles at Ukraine in week, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO This week, Russia attacked Ukraine with strike drones, guided aerial bombs, and various types of missiles, including Oreshnik medium-range ballistic missiles. 2 285 41 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Russia struck Zaporizhzhia region with a KAB Occupiers strike village in Zaporizhzhia region with KAB: casualties reported On the evening of 6 January, Russian occupation forces dropped a guided aerial bomb on the village of Mykilske in the Polohy district of Zaporizhzhia region. Four people were injured as a result of the strike. 631 0 Previously in trend: Shahed attack on Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia Airstrike on Polohy district leaves four injured, including children Four people, including two children, were injured in an enemy attack on Polohy district. Russian forces used a guided aerial bomb against the village of Mykilske. 502 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

Strike on the eco-park Enemy struck eco-park near Kharkiv with KAB: elite birds killed, lions wounded. PHOTO As a result of the Russian Federation's air strike on the eco-park near Kharkiv, a volunteer was injured, and the winter quarters for predators and the aviary were completely destroyed. Lions were injured. 4 484 13

The enemy fired a KAB on the outskirts of Kharkiv. What is known about the consequences? Ruscists attacked suburb of Kharkiv with KAB: one person was injured On January 1, 2026, explosions were heard in Kharkiv during the day. 1 064 2 Previously in trend: Kharkiv explosion Shelling of Kharkiv

Russian guided bombs hit Sloviansk: civilian woman injured, damage reported KABs hit Sloviansk: civilian woman injured In Sloviansk, Donetsk region, Russian air strikes caused damage to civilian infrastructure and injured a civilian woman. 618 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Sumy region Occupiers strike Bezdrik community in Sumy region with KABs: man wounded, homes damaged. PHOTOS On the evening of December 29, Russian forces struck civilian infrastructure in the Sumy district with guided aerial bombs (KABs). 609 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region