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Russia launches 'massive strike' on Kyiv, killing 1 and wounding many ahead of Ukraine-U.S. talks

Russia launches 'massive strike' on Kyiv, killing 1 and wounding many ahead of Ukraine-U.S. talks

Summary

Russia launched missiles and drones at Kyiv, causing casualties and damage before Ukraine-U.S. talks. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is set to meet with U.S. President Trump to discuss security and territorial issues. Russia claims their strikes targeted energy facilities in response to Ukrainian attacks.

Key Facts

  • Russia attacked Kyiv early Saturday with missiles and drones, killing one person and injuring 27.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will meet U.S. President Trump in Florida to discuss security and territorial issues.
  • Russia's Defense Ministry said the strike targeted energy infrastructure, using hypersonic missiles and drones.
  • Russia claims the attack is a response to Ukrainian strikes on civilian areas in Russia.
  • Poland temporarily closed airports near its Ukraine border during the attack but reported no airspace violations.
  • Russia used 519 drones and 40 missiles aimed mainly at Kyiv's energy and civilian infrastructure, according to Ukraine's air force.
  • Residential buildings in Kyiv suffered damage, and electricity and heating outages occurred.
  • The Kyiv Military Administration reported fires and evacuations in several city districts due to the attack.
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