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Ukrainian firefighters try to extinguish a fire on the site of a Russian missile attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Dec. 20, 2024

Russian missiles strike Kyiv on the eve of holiday season (Photos)

by Martin Fornusek

Editor's note: The article was updated with the latest casualty figure. Russia launched five ballistic missiles against Ukraine's capital on the morning of Dec. 20, highlighting the stark contrast between the approaching holiday season and the realities of war. Though Ukraine's Air Force reported that all projectiles were downed, missile

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine has lost over 40% of territory previously gained in Kursk incursion, Reuters reports

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine has lost over 40% of territory previously gained in Kursk incursion, Reuters reports

by The Kyiv Independent news desk

Key developments on Nov. 23-24: * Ukraine has lost over 40% of territory previously gained in Kursk incursion, Reuters reports * West should 'not set red lines' on providing military support for Ukraine, French foreign minister says * Russia attacked Ukraine with over 800 KAB bombs, 460 drones, 20 missiles this week, Zelensky

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