Escalating Attacks on Kyiv as Russia Issues Warnings to Foreign Nationals
Russia has ramped up its military operations in Kyiv, launching a series of powerful missile and drone attacks, including the deployment of the hypersonic Oreshnik missile. In a series of announcements, Russian officials warned foreign nationals and diplomats to evacuate the city as they prepare for systematic strikes on military and decision-making sites. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the recent barrage, calling it one of the heaviest since the onset of the conflict, while multiple cultural sites have suffered significant damage. With the U.S. embassy forecasting potential major airstrikes in the upcoming days, international leaders are condemning the escalating violence and demanding immediate action.
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