July 2 Strike on Kyiv: Russian Missiles Packed with 35,000 Foreign-Made Components

Attack on Kyiv: July 2, 2025

According to Главком: On July 2, 2025, Kyiv came under attack with Russian missiles and drones that contained approximately 35,000 foreign electronic parts. This detail was disclosed by Vladyslav Vlasiuk, the Ukrainian president’s commissioner for sanctions policy. He also released a comprehensive breakdown of drone and missile strikes targeting Kyiv and the surrounding region during the first six months of 2025.

Weapons Used and Their Manufacturers

The munitions deployed in the strike included models such as:

• Kh-101
• Iskander
• S-300
• S-400
• Shahed

Vlasiuk noted that the electronic components inside these weapons came from globally recognized brands, including AMD, Intel, Infineon, and Raspberry Pi. These parts were manufactured in the United States, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, Switzerland, and China.

“We examine each individual weapon, analyze its makeup, and can determine how many electronic components were used in a specific attack.” - Vladyslav Vlasiuk

In the first half of 2025, Kyiv and its surrounding region experienced a heavy barrage of strikes. The tally includes:

• over 5,700 Shahed drones
• 280 ballistic missiles
• 340 cruise missiles
• 36 Zircon missiles
• 5 Kinzhal missiles
• 1 Oreshnik missile

These figures highlight an escalation in military operations and the use of advanced technology in combat.

During the July 2 attack alone, 28 locations across Kyiv were hit. As of July 3, the death toll had reached 30 people. Understanding the types of missiles used is critical, as it underscores the threat these weapons pose to civilians.

The data provided by Vladyslav Vlasiuk emphasizes the severity of the situation and the urgent need for ongoing monitoring of military actions, as well as the development of strategies to protect people living in conflict zones.

The July 2 strike on Kyiv marks another chapter in the intensifying war in Ukraine, with serious implications for civilian safety. The presence of foreign-made electronic components in Russian weaponry illustrates the global dimensions of this conflict and the necessity for international cooperation to prevent future attacks. Ukraine must not only respond to immediate threats but also work closely with global partners to bolster regional security.

The ongoing conflict in Kyiv continues to escalate, as evidenced by recent incidents involving missile and drone attacks. In a related event, one person was injured during a barrage that included ballistic missiles and 142 drones. This highlights the increasing frequency and intensity of assaults on the city. For more details on this alarming trend and its impact on civilians, read about the recent overnight attack in Kyiv.