Russian missiles and drones kill 8 and cause damage across Ukraine capital
A coordinated wave of Russian missile and drone strikes has targeted Kyiv, resulting in multiple fatalities and widespread property damage.
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Russian forces conducted a large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine's capital, utilizing a combination of missiles and drones. The overnight offensive caused significant destruction throughout the city, as evidenced by photographic reports.
Coverage from outlets including AP News, Politico, The New York Times, The Guardian, WSJ, and WRAL highlights the intensity of the bombardment. Reporting varies on the scale of the casualties, with accounts citing between 8 and 13 individuals killed and over 80 injured.
Observers are monitoring the situation for further assessments of the damage and official updates on the casualty count. Ongoing reporting will track the aftermath of these strikes in the capital.
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Sources (6)
- Photos show aftermath of large-scale Russian attack overnight in Kyiv WRAL · 46d ago
- Massive Russia attack on Ukraine kills 13, injures over 80 in Kyiv politico.eu · 46d ago
- Live Updates: Russia Hammers Ukraine’s Capital With Large-Scale Attack The New York Times · 46d ago
- Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least 13 The Guardian · 46d ago
- Massive Russian Strikes Pound Ukraine’s Capital WSJ · 46d ago
- Russian missiles and drones kill 8 and cause damage across Ukraine capital AP News · 46d ago
Quick answers
What weapons were used in the attack?
Coverage reports that the attack involved a combination of Russian missiles and drones.
What is the status of the casualty count?
Reports from various news outlets provide conflicting figures, citing between 8 and 13 deaths and over 80 injuries.
Where did the strikes occur?
The strikes were concentrated on Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.
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