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Russia strikes in Kyiv kill at least 20 and injure dozens

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July 2, 2026

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Russian air strikes have killed at least 20 civilians in Kyiv and injured dozens more. The 11-hour drone and missile attack caused widespread damage across the Ukrainian capital. Ukraine's emergency services deployed nearly 500 personnel, more than 100 specialised vehicles, and a helicopter in response to the attack.

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Toronto Sun

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· Jul 11, 2026

Russian missile strikes wound 11 in Kyiv: Zelensky

KYIV — Ukraine said Russian strikes on Kyiv wounded 11 people on Saturday, with missiles hitting the city even before air raid alerts sounded. AFP journalists in Kyiv heard two series of explosions in the early hours, with an air alert siren sounding minutes after the first blast. Moscow has been firing missiles and drones []

Reuters

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· Jul 2, 2026

Russian air strikes leave many dead in Kyiv

Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, killing more than a dozen people and wounding over 50, as drones and missiles struck residential buildings in what Russia said was a retaliation for recent attacks on its civil infrastructure. #russia #ukraine #war #kyiv

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 5, 2026

Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv was exceptionally deadly – here is why

Kyiv — A ferocious Russian attack on Kyiv Thursday killed at least 30 people, making it the third deadliest assault against the Ukrainian capital since the start of the war. Ukraine has endured hundreds of large-scale aerial attacks, but the assault this week was exceptionally lethal, in part because of the targets Moscow chose – residential The post Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv was exceptionally deadly – here is why appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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.

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 2, 2026

Russia Launches Missile, Drone Barrage on Kyiv

Russian forces attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight, killing at least eight people and injuring over three dozen, as drones and missiles struck residential buildings and started a fire in a hotel on a central boulevard. #Ukraine #Russia

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, more than 20 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 21 people were killed and around 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 shares photographs of the aftermath of the Russian strike.

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Related coverage for "Russia strikes in Kyiv kill at least 20 and injure dozens": Toronto Sun — Russian missile strikes wound 11 in Kyiv: Zelensky. Reuters — Russian air strikes leave many dead in Kyiv. Egypt Independent — Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv was exceptionally deadly – here is why. Times of India — 2 killed as Russia bombs Ukraine ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump Nato meet. Al Arabiya English — Russia Launches Missile, Drone Barrage on Kyiv. Meduza.io — See the aftermath of one of Russia’s largest attacks on Kyiv. Apartment buildings lie in ruins, more than 20 people were killed, and dozens were injured.