{
  "id": 4164600,
  "title": "Russia kills 27 as drone hits ammo warehouse near homes in Ukraine",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/russia-kills-27-as-drone-hits-ammo-warehouse-near-homes-in-ukraine",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-29T09:58:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Politico EU",
    "slug": "politico-eu",
    "url": "https://www.politico.eu/article/russia-kills-27-as-drone-hits-ammo-warehouse-near-homes-in-ukraine/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Russian drone attacks resulted in the deaths of at least 27 individuals near Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The strike targeted a warehouse in the village of Myla, located close to Kyiv. The assault damaged residential structures, including a facility for elderly individuals and those with disabilities. Over 370 people have been evacuated, with ongoing assistance from emergency services. The warehouse was reportedly storing ammunition, as indicated by the ensuing detonation and a subsequent police investigation into the improper storage of ordnance near residential areas. Criminal proceedings have been initiated for negligence. Zelenskyy emphasized that those responsible must answer for their actions. Russia has been relentlessly attacking Kyiv using \"virtually nonstop attacks from jet-powered drones.\" In a separate video message, Zelenskyy highlighted Ukraine's need to accelerate the production of interceptors to counter the Iranian-designed, jet-powered Shahed drones. In reaction to the heightened assaults, Ukraine intends to launch 1,000 long-range drones into Russia daily, compared to the present average of 300. Zelenskyy announced plans to intensify drone strikes on Russia to amplify the country's burden. Kyiv's deployment of long-range drones, which strike deep into Russia, has provided Ukraine with a significant advantage in the conflict, allowing it to disrupt the nation's economy and logistics. Zelenskyy also mentioned indications of Russia's faltering economy, such as the nation importing gasoline—an uncommon move for a major oil exporter. Additionally, Zelenskyy shared insights from recent discussions between American representatives and Ukraine, following CIA Director John Ratcliffe's unanticipated visit to Moscow. Ratcliffe had cautioned Russian officials against escalating the conflict with America's NATO allies. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the U.S. for maintaining a constructive dialogue with Russia.",
  "summary": "Ukrainian police have started an investigation into why ammunition was stored near residential properties.",
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    "outlets": 9,
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      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "A Russian attack hits Ukraine’s Kyiv region, killing at least 27",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/a-russian-attack-hits-ukraines-kyiv-region-killing-at-least-27",
        "published": "2026-08-29T09:02:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Associated Press",
        "title": "A Russian attack hits Ukraine’s Kyiv region, killing at least 27",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/a-russian-attack-hits-ukraines-kyiv-region-killing-at-least-27-4159920",
        "published": "2026-08-29T09:23:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Interfax-Ukraine",
        "title": "Russian shelling kills 1, wounds 6 in Donetsk region",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/russian-shelling-kills-1-wounds-6-in-donetsk-region",
        "published": "2026-08-29T09:33:52.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "BBC News",
        "title": "At least 27 dead and hundreds evacuated after strikes near Kyiv",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/at-least-27-dead-and-hundreds-evacuated-after-strikes-near-kyiv",
        "published": "2026-08-29T09:38:07.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "Russian attack on warehouse near Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 27",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/russian-attack-on-warehouse-near-ukraines-kyiv-kills-at-least-27",
        "published": "2026-08-29T10:36:11.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Kyiv Independent",
        "title": "Russia planning operation in northern Ukraine, including Kyiv, military says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/russia-planning-operation-in-northern-ukraine-including-kyiv-military",
        "published": "2026-08-29T10:37:55.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Le Monde English",
        "title": "Dozens dead after Russian strike on depot near Kyiv",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/dozens-dead-after-russian-strike-on-depot-near-kyiv",
        "published": "2026-08-29T11:16:11.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBC News",
        "title": "Russian attack on Kyiv region kills at least 37",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/russian-attack-on-kyiv-region-kills-at-least-37",
        "published": "2026-08-29T12:18:43.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}