A drone struck the headquarters of Ukraine’s SBU security service in Kyiv on 4 September, with authorities reporting at least 12 injuries.

A high-profile target in the capital

Smoke rose over central Kyiv after the attack, which also caused concern for nearby historic buildings. Ukraine described the strike as a serious escalation and promised a response. Russia has intensified aerial pressure while diplomatic contacts remain under discussion.

The SBU plays a central role in Ukrainian counterintelligence and wartime operations, making its headquarters a symbolically important target. The incident also demonstrates the continuing risk to civilians and cultural sites when long-range weapons are used in dense urban areas.

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