Russian strikes kill 8 in Kyiv as Moscow escalates aerial attacks
Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone assault on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, killing at least eight people and wounding dozens more. The attack followed President Zelenskyy's warning of an impending 'massive Russian strike.' A separate study estimates Russia's invasion has caused over two million military casualties.
Two people were taken into custody after climbing to the top of the Empire State Building and hanging a 'power of love' banner from the antenna. The couple was attempting a marriage proposal stunt that drew widespread attention. They were arrested immediately after descending.
German federal prosecutors have charged a Ukrainian national in connection with the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions. The development marks a significant step in the long-running investigation. Meanwhile, Russian strikes on Kyiv continued as explosions were reported across the capital hours after Zelenskyy's warning.