Zelenskyy plans to hit Russia with '1,000 drones' a day

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: August 28, 2026Country: Ukraine

Politics

Zelenskyy plans to hit Russia with '1,000 drones' a day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged his military to ramp up long-range drone strikes against Russia, planning to launch at least '1,000 drones' daily, up from the current estimate of 300. In his evening address, he stated that there is a concrete goal to fulfill. Zelenskyy also mentioned receiving information from the U.S. regarding meetings in Moscow, but did not elaborate further.

Stay informed with NewsBoulevard

Get the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Related News

Ugandan King Oyo Rukidi IV, who reigned since age 3, dies at 34 in the United States

PoliticsUganda

Charly Hessoun•now ago

Ugandan King Oyo Rukidi IV, who reigned since age 3, dies at 34 in the United States

Oyo Rukidi IV died on August 27 in the United States at the age of 34 after being hospitalized for cancer. He ascended to the throne of the traditional kingdom of Toro in 1995 at the age of three and fully assumed power in 2010. The kingdom's Prime Minister announced his death, calling it an immeasurable loss for the royal family and the people of Tooro. A secret heir will succeed him according to traditional rites.

KASU urges ASUU to suspend warning strike, cites Uba Sani’s intervention

PoliticsNigeria

Nwafor•30m ago

KASU urges ASUU to suspend warning strike, cites Uba Sani’s intervention

The management of Kaduna State University (KASU) has urged the ASUU branch to suspend its ongoing warning strike, citing steps taken by the state government to address the union's concerns. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdullahi Ibrahim Musa emphasized the importance of allowing dialogue to succeed, mentioning the establishment of a nine-member committee by Governor Uba Sani to review the issues raised by the union. KASU warned that continued disruption of the academic calendar could have implications for students and assured its commitment to finding a lasting solution.

2027: SDP women leaders begin nationwide mobilisation

PoliticsNigeria

Nwafor•31m ago

2027: SDP women leaders begin nationwide mobilisation

Ambassador Sa’adatu Abdullahi, the National Speaker of the Women Parliament of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), urged women leaders to strengthen grassroots mobilization and build functional party structures across the country. During a strategic meeting in Abuja, she emphasized the importance of organization and commitment to ensure women's voices are heard within the party. Abdullahi also encouraged unity among women leaders to strengthen SDP's structures.

Stay Updated with NewsBoulevard

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Learn more