Russian Ballistic Missile Strike on Kyiv

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Breaking: Russian ballistic missiles hit Kyiv on 18 Aug 2026. Details still emerging; this is a major strike on the capital, directly relevant to frontline and strike updates. No independent verification yet.

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Updated Aug 20, 2026

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