# Russia launches biggest ballistic missile attack on Kyiv since war began

Russia conducted its largest ballistic missile strike on Kyiv since the start of its full-scale invasion, hitting multiple targets in the Ukrainian capital. The attack caused casualties and widespread damage, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing war. This underscores Russia's continued willingness to target major population centers despite international condemnation.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/19/russia-launches-largest-ballistic-missile-attack-on-kyiv-since-start-of-war?traffic_source=rss) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:28:08 +0000
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2el7xpnzrpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:54:50 GMT