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Live Updates: Russia Hammers Ukraine’s Capital in Deadly Attacks

Live Updates: Russia Hammers Ukraine’s Capital in Deadly Attacks
NYT World Thursday 02 July 2026, 09:49 UTC By The New York Times 1 min read
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At least 17 people were killed in the assault on Kyiv, the Ukrainian authorities said. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine had warned in recent days that Russia was preparing a “massive strike.”

At least 17 people were killed in the assault on Kyiv, the Ukrainian authorities said. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine had warned in recent days that Russia was preparing a “massive strike.” [Image text:] HYATT REGENC
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