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Death toll from Russian strike on Kyiv rises to 30 – photo

Ukrainska Pravda

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July 3, 2026

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Death toll from Russian strike on Kyiv rises to 30 – photo

Rescue workers have recovered three more bodies from under the rubble of a residential building in Kyiv's Darnytskyi district, bringing the death toll from Russia's attack to 30.

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MS NOW

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· Jul 2, 2026

Major Russian attack kills 18 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes batter Moscow’s oil sector

Damage was recorded in 30 locations across Kyiv, mainly residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, city officials said. The post Major Russian attack kills 18 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes batter Moscow’s oil sector appeared first on MS NOW.

Meduza.io

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· Jul 2, 2026

See the aftermath of one of Russia’s largest attacks on Kyiv. Apartment buildings lie in ruins, at least 13 people were killed, and dozens were injured.

Russian forces attacked Kyiv overnight on July 2 with drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the strike on the Ukrainian capital was the most massive since the start of the full-scale war. All districts of Kyiv sustained damage; the latest figures show at least 13 people were killed and more than 90 were wounded. City authorities warned that the casualty toll is not final, as rescuers are still working through the rubble. July 3 has been declared a day of mourning in Kyiv. Meduza publishes photographs of the aftermath of the Russian strike.

Times of India

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· Jul 8, 2026

2 killed as Russia bombs Ukraine ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump Nato meet

The latest assault came just a day after one of the deadliest Russian attacks on Kyiv in recent months claimed 30 lives. The renewed strikes underscored Moscow's continuing pressure on Ukraine even as Nato leaders prepared to discuss military support, regional security and the future course of the war. Ukraine's State Emergency Service later said two people were wounded in the capital.

Russia Today

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· Jul 3, 2026

Russian woman killed in Ukrainian missile strike – governor

Ukrainian attacks caused casualties and damage in Russia overnight Read Full Article at RT.com

Associated Press

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· Jul 6, 2026

At least 10 killed as Ukraine capital hit by Russian missiles and drones

The attack on Kyiv which was still underway early Monday morning, involved waves of ballistic and cruise missiles as well as drones. Monday's attack comes days after a combined Russian attack killed at least 31 people in Kyiv last week. (AP video shot by Dan Bashakov) #ukraine #russiaukrainewar #news #russia Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Intel Slava

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· Jul 6, 2026

[Video] 🇷🇺❌🇺🇦 — WATCH: Footage captures the moment of a Russian overnight strike on Kiev region.

— WATCH: Footage captures the moment of a Russian overnight strike on Kiev region.

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Related coverage for "Death toll from Russian strike on Kyiv rises to 30 – photo": MS NOW — Major Russian attack kills 18 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes batter Moscow’s oil sector. Meduza.io — See the aftermath of one of Russia’s largest attacks on Kyiv. Apartment buildings lie in ruins, at least 13 people were killed, and dozens were injured.. Times of India — 2 killed as Russia bombs Ukraine ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump Nato meet. Russia Today — Russian woman killed in Ukrainian missile strike – governor. Associated Press — At least 10 killed as Ukraine capital hit by Russian missiles and drones. Intel Slava — [Video] 🇷🇺❌🇺🇦 — WATCH: Footage captures the moment of a Russian overnight strike on Kiev region.