Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv Kills Two, Injures Seven
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Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv Kills Two, Injures Seven

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A Russian missile strike on Kyiv resulted in two deaths and seven injuries, causing significant damage to residential areas and infrastructure.

A Russian missile strike on Kyiv early Tuesday resulted in two fatalities and seven injuries, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. The attack caused significant damage, including a fire in a residential building after debris impact. Klitschko reported ongoing disruptions to power and water services in affected areas.

Residents were urged to seek shelter as the assault continued. The incident follows recent peace negotiations in Switzerland, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the urgency of achieving peace while cautioning that "Russia will not ease its pressure on Ukraine."

This missile strike comes a day after Russia launched over 160 drones into Ukraine, resulting in at least four deaths in Kharkiv, as reported by local authorities.

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A Russian missile strike on Kyiv early Tuesday resulted in two fatalities and seven injuries, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

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The attack caused significant damage, including a fire in a residential building after debris impact.

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Klitschko reported ongoing disruptions to power and water services in affected areas.

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This missile strike comes a day after Russia launched over 160 drones into Ukraine, resulting in at least four deaths in Kharkiv, as reported by local authorities.

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