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Deadly overnight Russian missile attack sparks fires across Kyiv – video
At least 17 people have been killed and multiple buildings set ablaze after Russian missiles struck Kyiv overnight. A lorry driver in Chaiky was forced to flee his vehicle after an explosion set it on fire. Ukraine said it had been unable to shoot down any of the Russian-launched missiles, and it renewed calls for US-made Patriot air defence systemsZelenskyy calls for more air defences as Russian
Published Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 13:52
At least 17 people have been killed and multiple buildings set ablaze after Russian missiles struck Kyiv overnight. A lorry driver in Chaiky was forced to flee his vehicle after an explosion set it on fire. Ukraine said it had been unable to shoot down any of the Russian-launched missiles, and it renewed calls for US-made Patriot air defence systemsZelenskyy calls for more air defences as Russian attack on Kyiv kills at least 17 Continue reading...
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