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Russian drone explodes 300 meters from Portugal's embassy in Kyiv

A Russian drone crashed near the Portuguese Embassy in Kyiv, causing damage to nearby buildings.

27 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Russian drone explodes 300 meters from Portugal's embassy in Kyiv — Photo: Kyiv City State Administration · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0

A Russian drone crashed approximately 300 meters from the Portuguese Embassy in the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv. The incident occurred recently and resulted in a loud explosion heard in the area.

According to various sources, the explosion caused damage to the nearest buildings. No casualties have been reported so far, but the material damage has been significant.

Archive photo: Russian drone explodes 300 meters from Portugal's embassy in Kyiv — Archive photoPhoto: Luis García ( Zaqarbal ) · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0 es

Ukrainian authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident. Drone attacks are a frequent reality in the region, especially near government facilities.

This incident highlights the ongoing tension in Ukraine regarding air assaults. The Portuguese government has yet to make an official statement on the incident.

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