Archive · 13 Jan 2026
Russia Launches Intense Missile Strikes on Ukraine
Russia launched a lot of missiles at two big cities in Ukraine, Kyiv and Kharkiv, early on Tuesday.
This was the biggest attack of the year so far.
In Kharkiv, four people were killed, and six were hurt.
Russia has been attacking Ukraine with missiles and drones since it started the war in 2022.
They often target places that give people power and heat, especially in the winter.
Ukraine is trying to stop these attacks, but it's hard.
There was no word from Russia about the attacks, and Ukraine didn't say much about how big the attack was.
People heard explosions in Kyiv, but we don't know if there was any damage or injuries there.
Russia launched about 20 ballistic missiles in a concentrated attack on Kyiv and Kharkiv.
Four people were killed and six injured in Kharkiv during the strike.
The attack lasted about an hour and was described as the most sustained strike of the year.
Russia frequently targets Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones, focusing on energy infrastructure.
Ukraine's defenses are strained in intercepting these attacks, especially during winter.
- Who
- Russian forces
- What
- Launched a wave of missile attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv
- When
- Early Tuesday, January 13
- Where
- Kyiv and Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Why
- Part of ongoing conflict and targeting of energy infrastructure
- Missile Type
- Ballistic missiles
- Target Locations
- Kyiv and Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Casualties in Kharkiv
- 4 people killed, 6 injured
- Number of Missiles Launched
- About 20
- Duration of Attack
- About an hour
- Russian Targets
- Energy infrastructure and urban areas
Sources
Russia says it hit an aircraft repair plant in Ukraine with last week’s Oreshnik strike
US, UK slam Russia for 'reckless' escalation of Ukraine war with nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile use
Russia launches year’s most concentrated barrage on Ukraine’s two largest cities, officials and media say
‘Dangerous, inexplicable escalation’: US slams Russia over nuclear-capable missile hit on Ukraine – Firstpost
Russia launches year’s most concentrated barrage on Ukraine, officials and media say
