Ukraine hammered by barrage of Russian missile and drone strikes

WorldPolitics
14 May 2026 • 10:01 PM MYT
The Independent
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Ukraine hammered by barrage of Russian missile and drone strikes

  • Russia has launched over 1,560 drones at Ukrainian cities in the past two days, marking the largest 48-hour attack since the war began.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that these actions do not suggest the war is nearing an end, contrary to recent comments by Vladimir Putin.
  • The attacks, which included missiles, have caused significant damage, with images showing vast buildings in Kyiv reduced to rubble.
  • At least 13 people have been killed and dozens wounded across Wednesday and Thursday, with strikes hitting civilian infrastructure such as a school and a veterinary clinic.
  • Russian forces fired at least 675 drones and 56 missiles overnight into Thursday, following a barrage of 800 drones on Wednesday.

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