On the night of May 18, 2025, Russian forces carried out what Ukrainian officials described as the largest drone attack on Ukraine since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. The attack targeted the Kyiv region and resulted in at least one reported death. Firefighters responded to fires caused by the drone strikes, as documented by the Ukrainian Emergency Service. The use of drones has become a frequent tactic in the ongoing conflict, with both sides employing unmanned aerial vehicles for reconnaissance and attacks. This latest incident marks an escalation in the use of drone warfare by Russian forces. The Ukrainian government has condemned the attack and is assessing the full extent of the damage and casualties. The international community continues to monitor developments in the conflict closely.