August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Armed conflicts and attacks
- Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Attacks in Russia during the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Mayor of Moscow Sergey Sobyanin states that Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks on the Russian capital, and claims that all drones were taken down without casualties or damage based on preliminary information. (Reuters)
- Attacks in Russia during the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Disasters and accidents
- A bus carrying Shia Pakistani pilgrims crashes and overturns in Yazd province, Iran, killing 28 people and injuring 23 others. (Reuters)