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UkrainePublished: 5 August 2026 at 08:53

Russian strikes on Kyiv and region kill 15, Ukrainian authorities say

Ukrainian authorities say 15 people were killed and dozens wounded in Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight into Wednesday.

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Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the Kyiv region killed 15 people and wounded dozens overnight into Wednesday, Ukrainian authorities announced.

The attacks involved both missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. According to officials, the strikes targeted the capital as well as areas of the Kyiv region. The death toll has reached 15, while the number of injured is in the dozens.

Ukrainian authorities confirmed on Wednesday that the attack took place overnight. However, they have not yet provided further details about the victims, the exact sites hit, or the extent of the damage.

Emergency services are working at the scene to help the wounded and assess the situation. More information may be released later as authorities gather additional details.

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