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Ukrainian Police Officers Killed in Russian Drone Strike

2/20/2026

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On February 20, 2026, a Russian Lancet loitering munition attacked a Ukrainian police vehicle, killing Officers Yuliia Keleberda, 23, and Yevhen Kalhan, 39.
Another officer was injured in the attack.
The police highlighted the officers’ bravery in evacuating families from dangerous areas, including during the spring drone attack on a volunteer evacuation vehicle.
Keleberda's parents survive her.
Kalhan leaves behind his wife, mother, and two children.

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Story summary

On February 20, 2026, a Russian Lancet loitering munition attacked a Ukrainian police vehicle, killing Officers Yuliia Keleberda, 23, and Yevhen Kalhan, 39.
Another officer was injured in the attack.
The police highlighted the officers’ bravery in evacuating families from dangerous areas, including during the spring drone attack on a volunteer evacuation vehicle.
Keleberda's parents survive her.
Kalhan leaves behind his wife, mother, and two children.