Russia vows to increase strikes on Kyiv after election and drone attacks
Russia vows to increase strikes on Kyiv after election and drone attacks
Updated at: September 21, 2026 at 02:45 AM
On September 20, 2026, the Russian government declared its intention to intensify high-precision military strikes on Kyiv.
This decision follows a massive Ukrainian drone operation targeting Moscow during the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections.
According to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, this was the largest drone attack since 2022, with approximately 450 drones aimed at the capital out of over 1,600 intercepted nationwide.
The strikes caused damage to the Moscow Oil Refinery and a residential high-rise, leading to evacuations and reported casualties.
Russian officials labeled the action an attempt to disrupt the democratic process and vowed retaliation against what they termed the 'Kyiv regime.'
As tensions escalate, the conflict continues to shift toward deeper infrastructure strikes, marking a volatile new phase in the ongoing war.
