# Russia-Ukraine conflict infrastructure disruptions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/russia-ukraine-conflict-infrastructure-disruptions > Updated: 2026-08-27T10:08:12.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Air traffic in Russia faced significant disruptions in early August 2026, with major airports in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Sochi experiencing delays or cancellations due to security measures following Ukrainian-origin unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks. By late August, the situation escalated as several additional airports, including those in Penza, Saratov, and Volgograd, temporarily suspended operations. In response to these strikes and perceived inadequate security, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree granting the state authority to take temporary control of critical infrastructure, such as energy, communications, and transport, if private owners fail to protect them from attacks. During this period, Russia also conducted a large-scale missile and drone offensive against Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, Poltava, and Odesa, targeting industrial facilities and energy infrastructure. Ukrainian authorities reported damage to residential buildings, schools, and health units, alongside casualties in the Zaporizhzhia region. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Russia expands state control over infrastructure amid airport closures and missile strikes Russian airports temporarily closed following Ukrainian attacks, prompting Putin to sign a decree allowing state control over critical infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia launched massive missile strikes across 9 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/russia-expands-state-control-over-infrastructure-amid-airport-closures-and-missile-strikes ### 2026-08-08: Russia air traffic disrupted by UAV security measures Major Russian airports, including Moscow's Sheremetyevo, faced significant flight delays and cancellations due to security restrictions following Ukrainian UAV attacks. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/russia-air-traffic-disrupted-by-uav-security-measures --- Cite as: Russia-Ukraine conflict infrastructure disruptions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/russia-ukraine-conflict-infrastructure-disruptions