Russia strikes Kyiv with three cluster-warhead ballistic missiles, Zelenskyy says
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, overnight, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accusing Russia of using cluster warheads. The attack injured six people, including four children, just hours after Russia agreed to resume peace talks with Ukraine. This recent escalation comes amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts.
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- ✓ Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, overnight.
- ✓ Six people, including four children, were injured in the attack.
- ✓ President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of using cluster warheads in the attack.
- ✓ The attack occurred just hours after Russia agreed to resume peace talks with Ukraine.
What changed
Zelenskyy's accusation that Russia used cluster-warhead ballistic missiles in the attack on Kyiv.
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Russia strikes Kyiv with cluster-warhead missiles
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, overnight, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accusing Russia of using cluster warheads. The attack injured six people, including four children, just hours after Russia agreed to resume peace talks with Ukraine. This recent escalation comes amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts.
Why it matters
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing, with periods of relative calm punctuated by violent escalations. Recent diplomatic efforts, including negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, have not led to a lasting reduction in hostilities. The use of cluster warheads in the latest attack is a significant concern due to their potential to cause widespread harm to civilians.
What is confirmed
- Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, overnight.
- Six people, including four children, were injured in the attack.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of using cluster warheads in the attack.
- The attack occurred just hours after Russia agreed to resume peace talks with Ukraine.
Still unconfirmed
- Over 170 strikes on energy sites in 11 days, according to Zelenskyy
What to watch next
- Further diplomatic efforts between Russia and Ukraine
- International reactions to the use of cluster warheads
- The impact of the attacks on civilians and infrastructure
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