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Kyiv Suffers Heavy Damage from Russian Missile and Drone Strikes

Kyiv Suffers Heavy Damage from Russian Missile and Drone Strikes

Kyiv was subjected to a large-scale attack by Russian forces, involving drone and missile strikes that caused significant damage to residential buildings and infrastructure. The strikes resulted in at least nine fatalities and nearly 100 injuries across the city and other regions. A 24-story apartment building in Kyiv's Shevchenkivskyi district was severely damaged, with fears of people trapped under the rubble. The attacks also led to power outages and fires in multiple districts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had warned of a possible massive Russian strike, which materialized with these coordinated attacks.

Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'

Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'

MOSCOW, June 2 (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Tuesday that the war in Ukraine had entered a "different paradigm" due to what it called "inhumane acts of terror" carried out by Kyiv's military against civilians.

Russia says its overnight Ukraine strike was a response to Kyiv's 'terrorist acts'

Russia says its overnight Ukraine strike was a response to Kyiv's 'terrorist acts'

MOSCOW, June 2 (Reuters) - The Russian Defence Ministry said on Tuesday that its massive overnight strike on Ukraine was a response to what it called "terrorist acts" against targets inside Russia and said it had struck a range of Ukrainian military targets.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks progress on peace talks before winter

Ukraine's Zelenskiy seeks progress on peace talks before winter

May 31 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, in an interview broadcast on Sunday, said he wanted to press on with talks on securing peace with Russia before the onset of winter to take account of Kyiv's improved strategic position.

Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least 11 and traps others in damaged buildings

Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least 11 and traps others in damaged buildings

Ukrainian authorities say Russia attacked the country with a barrage of missiles and drones overnight, killing at least 11 people, injuring dozens and trapping others

Ukraine's Kyiv under heavy Russian attack, apartment building on fire, mayor says

Ukraine's Kyiv under heavy Russian attack, apartment building on fire, mayor says

KYIV, June 2 (Reuters) - Kyiv was under heavy Russian attack early on Tuesday, with a large pillar of smoke seen rising from the Ukrainian capital and authorities urging residents to seek shelter, according to witnesses and officials.

Kyiv Denies Deliberate Drone Strike on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Amid Rising Tensions

Kyiv Denies Deliberate Drone Strike on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Amid Rising Tensions

The Ukrainian military has denied Russian claims that a Ukrainian drone deliberately targeted the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which is under Russian control. The incident reportedly involved a drone strike on the turbine hall of Power Unit No. 6, causing a detonation but no significant damage to key equipment. Russia's state nuclear energy company, Rosatom, labeled the strike as deliberate, while Ukraine dismissed it as propaganda. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has expressed concern and requested access to assess the site. This event is part of ongoing hostilities in the region, with Ukraine asserting its adherence to international humanitarian law.

Ukraine Pushes for Peace Talks with Russia Before Winter Amid Strategic Gains

Ukraine Pushes for Peace Talks with Russia Before Winter Amid Strategic Gains

Kyrylo Budanov, a senior aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, has stated that ending the war with Russia before winter is a realistic goal. Zelensky has called for the revival of stalled peace talks, citing Ukraine's improved strategic position. A senior Ukrainian commander noted a six-month window to seize battlefield initiative and strengthen Ukraine's position for negotiations. Meanwhile, Kyiv faced heavy Russian attacks, with missile debris causing fires in various districts. Air defenses were active, and residents were urged to seek shelter.

How Trump's Ukraine aid cuts undermine justice for Russian war crimes

How Trump's Ukraine aid cuts undermine justice for Russian war crimes

By Anthony Deutsch IZIUM, Ukraine, May 31 (Reuters) - Roksolana Makar braved icy roads and the threat of drone strikes to interview a woman in the Ukrainian town of Izium who said Russian forces tortured her.

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes

Ukrainian drone strikes have caused fires at Russian oil facilities, according to Russian officials

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil infrastructure as Kyiv braces for more strikes

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil infrastructure as Kyiv braces for more strikes

Ukrainian drones struck oil facilities in two southern Russian regions overnight into Saturday, local officials said, the latest in a near-daily campaign targeting infrastructure that funds Moscow’s invasion