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July 8 attack

Russian propagandists spin conflicting disinformation in bid to evade responsibility for missile strike on children’s hospital

Russian propagandists spin conflicting disinformation in bid to evade responsibility for missile strike on children’s hospital

by Oleg Sukhov

Scrambling Kremlin propagandists have projected conflicting narratives of disinformation and spin to deflect blame from Russia's July 8 massive missile attack that shocked the world by striking Kyiv’s primary children’s hospital. The deadliest attack in months involving nearly 40 missiles targeting Kyiv and other regions threatens to backfire

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7:05 PM  (Updated: )

Russian missile strike on Sumy suburb kills 3, injures 11.

According to the preliminary information, Russian troops used a ballistic missile, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration said. It was launched at around 5:30 p.m. local time, targeting civilian infrastructure.
10:58 PM

Moscow releases guest list for Victory Day parade.

The Kremlin has released a guest list of countries and foreign leaders planning to attend the contentious May 9 Victory Day parade. Military personnel from 13 countries are expected to march through Moscow and at least 29 world leaders are expected to attend the event.
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