The death toll of the attack in Kiev has risen to 21 dead and 85 injured

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2 July 2026
17:23

The death toll of the Russian attack on Kiev has risen to 21 dead and 85 injured, including two children, and rescue teams continue their operations among the ruins. The Mayor of Kiev, Vitali Klitschko, has declared a day of mourning for Friday in the Ukrainian capital in memory of the victims. Flags will be flown at half-mast, and entertainment events have been banned, reports IPN.

Throughout the day on Thursday, the Russian army launched new attacks on other Ukrainian regions. The State Service for Exceptional Situations of Ukraine reported that the bombings targeted the Herson, Nikolaev, and Donetsk regions, causing casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure.

In Nikolaev, Russian drones have damaged five homes and injured three people. The attacks also caused extensive vegetation fires. Meanwhile, in Herson and Donetsk, the drones targeted civilian cars, resulting in two people being injured.

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Meteorologists have issued a yellow heatwave warning for almost the entire country

by Iana Josu 18.07.2026

Meteorologists have issued a yellow heatwave warning for this weekend. In most parts of the country, the maximum temperatures will reach +34 degrees Celsius, reports IPN.

The warning is valid for the center, south, and east of the country. Several districts in the north are also under the yellow code. The northernmost districts of the country such as Briceni, Ocnita, Edinet, Drochia, Soroca, Glodeni, Rascani, and Donduseni – are not affected by the warning.

According to the Authority for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring, the warning can be updated depending on the evolution of weather phenomena.

During periods of heatwave, authorities recommend people to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during peak hours, to consume enough fluids, and to pay increased attention to children, the elderly, and people with chronic conditions.

18.07.2026