Russian strike hits rail workers in new deadly attacks on Kyiv
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At least 12 people, including two children, were killed and 20 injured in Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas overnight. Six railway workers were among the victims in Kyiv, where fires broke out in three districts. Russian military claimed the attack targeted Ukraine's "military-industrial and fuel-energy" facilities. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the strikes as a strategy to exhaust air defenses and undermine morale.
Key Points:
- 12 killed, including children
- Targeting rail workers and civilian buildings
- Russian claim of precision strikes on military/energy infrastructure
- Ukraine accuses Russia of using drones to target non-military targets
- Continuous Russian attacks on Kyiv in recent days