Authorities fear people are trapped under rubble following a heavy Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv early Tuesday morning, with a multi-story residential building in the Podil district partially collapsing after a suspected “double tap” strike. The wave of attacks, which damaged multiple residential and commercial buildings, also killed at least one person and wounded twenty in the capital. These strikes occurred after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of a possible “massive” Russian offensive and amid Ukraine’s expanded attacks on Russian oil assets.
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Russian forces launched an extensive missile and drone assault on May 24, primarily targeting Kyiv and its environs, resulting in casualties and widespread damage across the capital. This multi-hour attack, described as one of the largest in the past year, involved hundreds of missiles and drones and impacted every district of Kyiv, including central areas. Numerous civilian homes, infrastructure, and cultural institutions, such as the National Art Museum and the Chornobyl Museum, sustained damage, with the latter reporting irretrievable losses to its collection. The attack also saw the use of Russia’s Oreshnik medium-range ballistic missile, marking its third deployment against Ukraine, and prompted Poland to scramble fighter jets to protect its airspace.
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Intelligence shared with Ukraine from US and European partners suggests Russia may be preparing a strike utilizing the Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile, potentially targeting Kyiv and other Ukrainian territories. President Zelenskyy has urged the public to heed air-raid warnings and utilize shelters. The use of such weapons is presented as a dangerous global precedent, with Ukraine appealing to international partners for preventive pressure on Moscow to avoid further escalation and the prolongation of the conflict. Ukraine states it is bolstering its air defenses and will respond to any Russian strikes.
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One of Ukraine’s largest drone attacks on Russia killed at least four people, including three near Moscow, and wounded a dozen others, local authorities reported Sunday. Debris fell on Russia’s largest airport without causing damage. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the drone strikes, calling them “entirely justified” and appearing to be retaliation for recent Russian attacks on Kyiv. Meanwhile, Russian drone strikes on Ukraine overnight wounded eight people, with residential buildings damaged in three locations in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
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Following a deadly Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv that killed at least 16 people and injured over 47, President Volodymyr Zelensky instructed the military to prepare response formats. The attack, which partially destroyed a large apartment building, prompted Ukraine’s Foreign Minister to initiate a UN Security Council meeting. Ukraine’s Air Force reported the launch of 56 missiles and 675 drones, with significant interception rates for drones but a lower success rate for missiles. President Zelensky highlighted that a recently manufactured missile striking Kyiv indicates Russia’s continued ability to produce weapons despite sanctions, urging for more impactful international responses.
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Following President Trump’s claim of securing a temporary ceasefire from Russia, the Kremlin clarified that the request was limited to refraining from striking Kyiv until February 1st to facilitate negotiations. Despite this, Russian attacks continued, with strikes reported on energy infrastructure and residential areas, resulting in casualties. Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed there was no direct agreement but acknowledged the potential opportunity, also noting that Ukraine would reciprocate the non-aggression if Russia refrained from attacking. Discussions on a potential ceasefire, including a mutual halt on attacks on energy infrastructure, had reportedly taken place during a trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi, ahead of additional talks on February 1st.
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Following a large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv, almost 6,000 apartment buildings, representing half of the city’s housing stock, are without heat, and the city is facing water supply disruptions. Critical infrastructure damage from the attack on January 8th and 9th, described as the most painful for the capital, has led to emergency conditions for city services. Municipal workers are prioritizing essential facilities like hospitals, while energy workers strive to restore electricity and heat. Kyiv’s mayor has urged residents with the means to temporarily relocate to areas with alternative power and heat sources due to the challenging weather forecast.
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Overnight attacks on Kyiv on January 8-9 resulted in at least four fatalities, including a paramedic, and 24 injuries, while also disrupting electricity and heat for hundreds of thousands of residents. Russian forces launched numerous missiles and drones, targeting critical energy and civilian infrastructure as temperatures plummeted. Damage was reported across multiple districts, affecting residential buildings, and causing disruptions to the metro system. The attacks, which damaged heat-generation and supply facilities, were aimed at destabilizing the social order.
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President Zelenskyy believes Russia is fabricating justifications for strikes on Kyiv, potentially targeting government buildings. He stated this following a successful Ukraine-US meeting in Florida, which seemingly displeased Russia. Zelenskyy cited Russia’s history of inventing pretexts, such as a drone strike claim, to justify military actions, referencing the prior missile attack on the Cabinet of Ministers building. He urged vigilance and called for international intervention to pressure Russia into ending the war.
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Ukrainian capital Kyiv under massive Russian attack, officials say | Reuters. The situation, as reported, is incredibly grim, isn’t it? The news outlets are consistently reporting on the ongoing barrage targeting Kyiv, and it’s clear this isn’t just a minor skirmish. We’re talking about a significant assault, one that’s causing widespread concern and, undeniably, a lot of fear.
Ukrainian capital Kyiv under massive Russian attack, officials say | Reuters. It’s difficult not to feel a sense of frustration when you consider the repetitive nature of these attacks. The reports of these attacks have become almost routine, with something similar happening frequently.… Continue reading
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