Daily Thursday, 2 July 2026

[109200] Unprecedented Russian attack on Kyiv and Ukraine's energy infrastructure; updates on mobilization exemption rules

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Scale of the attack and casualties: On the night of July 1 to July 2, 2026, Kyiv experienced a severe combined missile and drone attack, which included about 30 X-101 cruise missiles, dozens of advanced 'jet' drones, and 'Kalibr' and 'Zircon' missiles. The attack hit more than 30 sites across the capital and its suburbs. The death toll rose to 22 people, and over 80 were injured. The mayor, Vitali Klitschko, declared July 3 as an official day of mourning in the capital.

Destruction of residential buildings and civilian infrastructure: Severe hits were recorded in residential buildings in the Desnianskyi, Darnytskyi, and Sviatoshynskyi districts, where victims were rescued from under rubble and fires. A hit was also recorded at a first aid station in Shevchenkivskyi (5 medics were injured) and at the 'Obolon' metro station.

Damage to the business and communications sector: A warehouse and the offices of the Ukrainian electronics chain MOYO were completely destroyed in the attack. In addition, the telecommunications company Vodafone Ukraine reported severe disruptions in home internet and payment services following damage to its infrastructure.

Energy crisis in Sumy: Massive Russian attacks caused power outages in the capital and the Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kharkiv regions. The most severe damage was recorded in the Sumy region, where water pumping facilities were disabled, and a drone hit a gas station, injuring three civilians. At the same time, severe storms cut off power to over 70 settlements in the west and north of the country.

Attack on Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia: In the Dnipro area, explosions and smoke pollution were reported following a ballistic missile strike. In Zaporizhzhia, a Russian drone attack destroyed and completely disabled the main 'Yuvileiny' meat processing plant, with no loss of life.

The Ukrainian government updated the criteria for receiving 'critical organization' status, which grants exemption from mobilization for employees. Companies will be required to ensure an average salary of at least 26,000 hryvnias per month (or 21,600 hryvnias in frontline areas) and have no tax debts. Existing exemptions have been automatically extended until September 1 to allow for an orderly transition period.

Law enforcement authorities in Kyiv uncovered a criminal call center that carried out investment and crypto fraud totaling over $500,000 against American citizens. During the raid, individuals involved were arrested who employed fluent English speakers, including foreigners, and a large amount of technological equipment was confiscated. The suspects face a penalty of up to 8 years in prison.