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Russian Forces Launch Major Assault on Kyiv

Russia launched nearly 500 drones and 40 missiles at Kyiv targeting energy and civilian infrastructure, killing one and injuring at least 27, Kyiv officials said.

  • On Saturday, Kyiv faced a major Russian assault early with explosions and Ukrainian air defences engaging incoming missiles while residents heard interceptions.
  • Two days before the meeting, Moscow seeks full control of the Donbas and wants Ukraine to withdraw from parts of Donetsk while Kyiv aims to halt fighting at current lines.
  • Authorities urged residents to remain in shelters as the attack unfolded while police officers inspected strike sites, with no immediate official information on casualties or damage.
  • Air defence forces operated as the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported high-speed targets heading towards Kyiv, while Russia's defence ministry said on Friday it captured a village in Zaporizhzhia region as Ukraine defended a larger town.
  • Russia accused Zelensky and his EU backers of trying to 'torpedo' the US-brokered plan as a 20-point peace framework nears completion amid winter period and holiday strikes.
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