Russian drone hits the SBU security service headquarters in central Kyiv in a daytime attack, injuring at least 12
Reportedon one origin only: 1 distinct origin, 1 tied to no party.
A Russian drone struck the headquarters of Ukraine's SBU security service, opposite St Sophia's Cathedral in central Kyiv, at about 3:30 p.m. on 4 September, injuring at least 12 people, the Kyiv city military administration said, according to the Kyiv Independent. The SBU said the drone was aimed at the office of its acting head, who was unhurt, and nearby historic buildings of the St Sophia complex had windows broken. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called it a major escalation. No Russian statement was carried in the report.
- When
- 4 September 2026
- Where
- Kyiv, Ukraine (military events are placed no finer than town or district, except known fixed sites)
- What
- drone attack · military
- Acting party
- Ministry of Defence of Russia
- Against
- Government of Ukraine
- Attribution
- Attributed by independent sources. Ukrainian officials attribute the strike to Russia.
- In the record
- Published 2026-10-27 21:03 UTC · revision 1 · monthly summary
Sources
- Evidence Kyiv Independent
The Russian attack on Ukraine's Security Service Headquarters is a major escalation that demands resolute responses.
History
| When | Field | From | To | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-27 21:03 UTC | status | null | reported | P1 monthly summary: researched from cited sources and graded by the one rule |
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