multi source·6h ago·9 sources analyzed
Russia conducts extensive missile and drone strikes on Ukraine
Ukraine has experienced a significant escalation in attacks from Russia, marked by both drone and missile strikes. This follows a period of relative calm after a ceasefire. (sources: msn, theguardian, businessinsider, nbcnews, bbc)
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ModernAction Briefing
The recent assaults began with daytime drone attacks and escalated into overnight missile fire, impacting various locations including Kyiv. This marks the second consecutive day of large-scale strikes.
- Russia launched approximately 800 drones at Ukraine during the attacks.
- The strikes have resulted in casualties and damage to residential buildings in Kyiv.
- The attacks resumed following the expiration of a ceasefire agreement.
Why it matters
The escalation in attacks raises concerns about the ongoing conflict and the humanitarian situation in Ukraine.
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Top coverage · 9 sources
msnWe felt it inside a Kyiv bomb shelter as Russia's unusual daytime drone attack turned into unrelenting overnight missile firetheguardianUkraine hit by second day of large-scale Russian missile and drone strikesbusinessinsiderRussia's unusual daytime drone attack on Ukraine turned into relentless overnight missile fire. We felt it from inside a Kyiv bomb shelter.nbcnewsRussia fires about 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace