February 3, 2026 | 1:47 AM EST
By Flash Intel Live
Russia launched a massive overnight aerial assault on Ukraine involving approximately 450 drones and over 60 missiles, killing at least three people and injuring dozens, according to Ukrainian Foreign Minister statements citing Kyiv officials.
The large-scale attack represents one of the most intense bombardments in recent weeks, targeting multiple Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
Confirmed Details
- Scale: ~450 drones + 60+ missiles launched
- Casualties: At least 3 killed, dozens injured
- Source: Ukrainian Foreign Minister via Kyiv officials
- Time: Overnight attack (Feb 2-3, 2026)
Ukrainian Air Force Response
The Ukrainian Air Force reported multiple missile and drone interceptions across the country throughout the night:
Northern Sector
- Kyiv region: Multiple targets intercepted (“Kyiv is in shelters!”)
- Boryspil area: Missile interceptions reported
- Vinnytsia area: Course southwest to Kyiv registered
- BpLA near Lypovets: Course northwest to Kyiv
Central & Eastern Sectors
- Nemyriv area: Missile strikes (southwest course)
- Kirovohrad region: Strike trajectories detected
- Multiple locations: Continuous air defense engagements
Ukrainian air defenses remained active throughout the night, with citizens taking shelter as air raid sirens sounded across multiple regions.
Context
This attack follows recent escalation in the ongoing conflict, with Russia intensifying aerial bombardment campaigns against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure and military targets.
The scale of the attack — involving hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles — underscores the continued intensity of hostilities nearly three years into the conflict.
Ukrainian officials continue to call for additional air defense systems from Western allies to counter large-scale attacks of this nature.
Verification Notes
- Primary source: Ukrainian Foreign Minister statement
- Secondary verification: Ukrainian Air Force official Telegram channel updates
- Visual evidence: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty footage showing building fires in Kyiv
- Cross-checked: Multiple independent reports from Ukrainian officials
Sources: Ukrainian Foreign Minister statement, Ukrainian Air Force (@kpszsu), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
