Heavy Russian strikes kill at least 21 in Kyiv after Ukrainian strikes disrupt Moscow's oil sector
Summary
Russia launched a long night attack using drones and missiles on Kyiv, killing at least 21 civilians and injuring many others. Russia said the attack was a response to Ukraine’s recent strikes on Russian oil facilities that have caused fuel shortages.Key Facts
- The attack on Kyiv lasted about 11 hours with drones and missiles.
- At least 21 civilians died and over 90 were injured in the city.
- More than 30 places in Kyiv were damaged, including about 20 apartment buildings.
- Russia said the attack was retaliation for Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil refineries.
- Ukraine has been attacking Russian fuel supplies for about 40 days, causing a fuel crisis in Russia.
- Ukraine’s drone technology has improved and helps slow the Russian army’s advance.
- More than 16,000 Ukrainian civilians have died since Russia’s full invasion began over four years ago.
- Diplomatic efforts, including those by President Donald Trump’s administration, have not ended the war.
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