Russian missile barrage across Ukraine’s capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33

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1. 26d ago

   Russian missile strikes in Kyiv kill at least 12 people

   Russian missiles struck Kyiv overnight, killing at least 12 people and wounding 33. Reports on the death toll vary, with The New York Times citing at least 13 fatalities while other sources report 12 or 6. The attacks occurred as Russian forces targeted the Ukrainian capital, exploiting gaps in air defenses. Emergency services responded to multiple strike locations across the city to manage the aftermath of the barrage.

   Why it matters

   Ukraine currently faces shortages in its air defense systems. Russia is utilizing these vulnerabilities to conduct deadly strikes on urban centers. These attacks target critical infrastructure and civilian areas in the capital.

   What is confirmed

   • Russian missile strikes hit Kyiv overnight.
   • At least 12 people were killed in the strikes.

   Still unconfirmed

   • At least 13 people died in the attacks.
   • 33 people were wounded in the barrage.
   • Ukrainian air defenses faltered during the attack.

   What to watch next

   • Official death toll confirmation from Ukrainian authorities
   • Details on specific targets hit within the capital
   • Updates on air defense replenishment for Kyiv
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. BBC — At least six dead in Russian missile strikes on Kyiv
   2. The New York Times — Russian Missiles Kill at Least 13 in Kyiv as Air Defenses Falter
   3. CNN — Russia again exploits Ukrainian air defense shortages as deadly strikes pound Kyiv
   4. AP News — Russian missile barrage across Ukraine’s capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33
   5. Meduza — Russia struck Kyiv overnight, killing 12. Here’s what the Ukrainian capital looks like in the aftermath of the attack.
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