Kyiv Academy of Sciences Hit by Russian Drone: Attack on Heart of Ukraine

A Russian drone struck the building of the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv on September 29, 2026. The academy is a historic institution considered the scientific backbone of Ukraine.

What is known

According to Deutsche Welle, the drone attack targeted the academy building, which serves as the nation's central hub for scientific research and is regarded as a symbol of Ukraine's intellectual heritage. The attack has been described as an assault on the heart of Ukraine's academic life.

The strike is part of Russia's broader campaign targeting Ukrainian cultural and civilian infrastructure.