Key facts
- Ukraine's Fire Point manufacturer stated its FP-5 Flamingo missile struck a chemical plant in Volgograd overnight on September 11.
- The strike reportedly caused a massive fire at the facility.
- Volgograd Governor Andrey Bocharov acknowledged a Ukrainian missile strike damaged an industrial facility in the city.
- The FP-5 Flamingo is a Ukrainian heavy cruise missile that entered service in August 2025.
- Russian drones struck two gas stations in Kyiv on September 11, killing two people and injuring 12 others.
- Canada sanctioned eight individuals for their alleged involvement in the deportation and militarization of Ukrainian children.
Ukraine's Fire Point manufacturer reported that its FP-5 Flamingo missile struck a chemical plant in Russia's Volgograd region overnight on September 11, causing a large fire. The company stated that direct hits on the facilities sparked a 'massive fire.' Volgograd Region Governor Andrey Bocharov acknowledged that a Ukrainian missile strike had taken place in the city, claiming that 'an industrial facility in southern Volgograd' was damaged by 'falling debris.' The FP-5 Flamingo is a Ukrainian heavy cruise missile manufactured by Fire Point that first entered service in August 2025, and has undergone modifications for improved accuracy.
In separate developments on September 11, Russian drones struck two gas stations in Kyiv, resulting in two fatalities and 12 injuries, including a child. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the casualties and stated that one emergency responder was among the injured. A refueling technician at one of the targeted stations described the fear of potential future attacks. Additionally, Russian drones hit an office building and a neighboring warehouse in Kyiv.
Canada has sanctioned eight individuals for their alleged involvement in Russia's unlawful deportation, indoctrination, and militarization of Ukrainian children. The sanctions, which entered into force on September 4, target Russian officials and youth movement leaders accused of facilitating the abduction and re-education of Ukrainian children from occupied territories. Maksym Maksymov, head of Bring Kids Back UA, stated that these individuals are responsible for programs aimed at ensuring Ukrainian children cease to identify as Ukrainians and potentially end up in the Russian army.
Separately, Russian troops allegedly shot dead two Ukrainian prisoners of war near Dobropillia on September 2, according to the Donetsk Oblast Prosecutor's Office. The two National Guard soldiers were reportedly captured during a combat mission and then shot with automatic weapons. The Security Service of Ukraine is investigating the incident as a war crime.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced inspections of the country's armed forces for readiness, stating that the army 'needs shaking up' and that preparations are being made 'so that there won't be one' war.