Strikes were carried out after Moscow threatened a large-scale attack and warned foreign citizens to leave Kyiv.
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Kyiv officials sounded the alarm that Russia is preparing another massive attack after a series of deadly strikes that escalated a war lasting more than four years and dampened hopes for peace.
Journalists from the AFP news agency in the capital heard wailing air raid sirens, followed by a series of loud explosions lasting all night. Residents with bags and blankets rushed to take shelter in overcrowded metro stations.
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The Ukrainian Air Force reported that Russia launched 73 missiles and 656 drones. It was stated that Ukrainians shot down 602 drones and 40 missiles.
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