QtrendsRussian strikes kill at least 11 across Ukrainian cities
Russia launched a massive wave of missile and drone strikes across multiple Ukrainian cities overnight, leaving at least 11 civilians dead and many others trapped under rubble. The attacks targeted Kyiv as well as several other urban centers, with residential buildings sustaining direct hits. Emergency rescue operations are ongoing as authorities work to free those trapped in damaged structures. The strikes represent one of the largest aerial bombardments in recent weeks.
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Wave of Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities kill at least 11
(The Guardian)
Russian missile and drone attacks struck central Kyiv and the city of Dnipro, leaving at least two injured in the capital and several feared trapped in an apartment building collapse. Explosions were heard across Kyiv as air defense systems attempted to intercept incoming projectiles. The New York Times reports at least 10 dead across the affected cities. China Daily confirmed two injured in the attacks on Kyiv. Rescue teams continue sifting through debris for survivors.
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