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Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine
Strikes come a day before US-mediated talks between the two countries
Feb. 3, 2026 at 3:55am
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Russia launched around 450 long-range drones and 70 missiles of various types against Ukraine in a major overnight attack, according to the Ukrainian president. The strikes came a day before scheduled US-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine.
Why it matters
The large-scale drone and missile assault on Ukraine underscores the ongoing conflict between the two countries and the high stakes involved as they prepare to engage in diplomatic negotiations mediated by the United States.
The details
According to the Ukrainian president, the Russian military launched a barrage of around 450 long-range drones and 70 missiles of various types against targets across Ukraine during the overnight hours. The strikes caused damage to infrastructure and civilian areas, though the full extent of the destruction is still being assessed.
- The attack took place overnight on February 2, 2026.
- The US-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine are scheduled for February 4, 2026.
The players
Russia
A major global power and one of the key parties involved in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Ukraine
The country that was the target of the large-scale Russian drone and missile attack.
United States
The country mediating the upcoming talks between Russia and Ukraine.
What they’re saying
“Russia launched around 450 long-range drones and 70 missiles of various types against Ukraine in a major overnight attack.”
— Ukrainian President
What’s next
The US-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine are scheduled to take place on February 4, 2026, where the two sides will discuss the ongoing conflict.
The takeaway
The massive Russian drone and missile assault on Ukraine highlights the continued tensions and high stakes involved in the conflict between the two countries, even as they prepare to engage in diplomatic negotiations mediated by the United States.
