💥 Attack

Russian forces launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine, utilizing Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads.

May 23, 2026 Kyiv, Kyiv Oblast

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Ukrainska Pravda Ukrinform Kyiv Independent Kyiv Post

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Ukrainska Pravda →

Russian forces used Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles in a large-scale attack on Ukraine.

Air defense neutralized 55 missiles and 549 Russian drones launched at Ukraine since the evening of May 23.

Hits from 16 missiles and 51 drones were recorded across 54 locations, with Kyiv being the main target.

Kyiv Independent →

Russian drones targeted Kyiv, leading to explosions and air raid alerts.

Two Dead and 77 Injured as Massive Russian Missile and Drone Attack Batters Kyiv

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Extracted: 2026-07-18T17:02:40.935Z

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