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Tuesday, September 8
Russia pounds Kyiv in overnight attack, killing 3, injuring 25, as brief truce ends in missile fire
The attack has killed at least three people and injured 16 others, according to local officials. The strike signals a definitive end to Kyiv's brief respite while hosting U.S. envoys.
'As much harm as possible' — 5 killed, 70 injured as Russia resumes mass attacks across Ukraine
As of 8:30 a.m., with the attack still ongoing, air defenses had downed or suppressed two ballistic missiles, 31 cruise missiles, and 142 drones. Strikes were recorded at 29 locations, while debris from intercepted drones and missiles fell at nine additional sites, the Air Force said.
Kyiv airports ready to host foreign delegations if Russia guarantees safe corridor, Zelensky says
A day before a U.S. delegation arrived, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia had deliberately targeted the runways at Kyiv's Zhuliany airport and Boryspil International Airport.
EU says Russia 'clearly' unwilling to make peace with Ukraine as US pushes talks
"We need Russian willingness to reach a just and lasting peace, European Commission chief spokesperson Paula Pinho said, "which we are clearly not seeing."
Hungary kicks out 10 Russian diplomats as Moscow vows 'harsh' retaliation
"This decision protects Hungary's security and sovereignty," Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orban said.
European Commission to approve Ukraine's Patriot funding request on Sept. 11, officials say
EU countries have already backed the request, but the European Commission is set to give a final green light on Sept. 11, EU and national diplomats confirmed to the Kyiv Independent.
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