Massive Russian attack kills at least 10 in Ukraine's capital as Trump's peace push stalls
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KYIV, Ukraine — Russia unleashed a massive overnight attack on the Ukrainian capital that killed at least 15 people, including four children, and injured 38, local officials said early Thursday. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The combined strikes were the most significant to hit Kyiv since President Donald Trump intensified his push for an end to the Kremlin’s war, an effort that has stalled in the past week.
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Main Idea: Russia launched a deadly wave of drone and missile strikes on Kyiv that killed at least 15 people, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for tougher sanctions as peace efforts pushed by President Donald Trump stalled.
Key Points:
- The overnight attack hit Kyiv with 629 drones and missiles, making it one of the biggest strikes of the war.
- At least 15 people were killed, including four children, and 38 were injured, according to local officials.
- The strikes damaged homes, cut power to about 60,000 residents, and also hit the European Union delegation building and the British Council building.
- Zelenskyy said Russia was choosing force over talks, while Trump’s push for a peace deal has shown little progress.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The attack may keep energy and grain markets shaky, which can raise prices for US consumers and add pressure on taxpayers if US aid and defense support continue.
Positive Impact
A harder push by Zelenskyy, the EU, and Trump for talks could still lower war risks if it leads to a real ceasefire.
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- President Volodymyr ZelenskyypersonPrimaryEvaluated
Central Ukrainian leader responding to the attack and pressing for tougher sanctions and diplomacy.
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Its delegation building was damaged, and its leadership responded publicly.
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His peace push is a central framing element, and the article says it has stalled.
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She is directly quoted on the damage to the European Union delegation building and the safety of staff.
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Its Kyiv building was damaged in the strikes, making it a notable affected institution.
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Kremlin spokesperson quoted on Russia’s continued campaign and interest in negotiations.
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