Russia says it struck Kyiv and Ukrainian defense industry targets

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported overnight strikes on Kyiv and other targets in Ukraine, stating that facilities of Ukraine's military-industrial complex were hit. The strikes occurred on the night of September 8, 2026. According to the Russian military, the strikes targeted Ukrainian defense industry facilities involved in producing and storing drones and cruise missiles, as well as transport-logistics and distribution centers for military cargo in Kyiv and the Kyiv region. Additional strikes hit port facilities in Chernomorsk, Odesa Oblast, used for unloading military supplies, and a tanker carrying fuel for the Ukrainian armed forces. The report was published by Fontanka.ru, a Russian news outlet, which also included a standard notice about age restrictions on content, indicating that some materials in the section may contain information prohibited for children.