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Russian Strikes Kill 16 in Kyiv; Ukraine Urges More Air Defense Amid Critical Shortages

Russian bombardments on Kyiv have resulted in at least 16 deaths and dozens of injuries, prompting Ukraine to urgently request additional Patriot missile systems to bolster its critically depleted air defenses. Ukrainian officials also suggest that Putin is unwilling to negotiate, believing Ukraine will not withstand the upcoming winter.

19 Aug, 20:34 — 20 Aug, 15:02
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APVery High4d ago

Russian missile barrage across Ukraine’s capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33 - AP News

Russian missile barrage across Ukraine’s capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33  AP News

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BBCHigh4d ago

Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election

Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.

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NYTMostly Factual3d ago

Bare Grocery Shelves Are a New Wartime Hardship for Ukrainians

After years of pounding power plants and cities, Russia’s air war has taken aim at Ukraine’s supermarket warehouses.

By Kim Barker and Oleksandra Mykolyshyn

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bloombergHigh4d ago

Russian Air Attack Kills 16 as Zelenskyy Pleads for Patriots

More than a dozen people were killed and many more wounded in a Russian missile attack targeting Kyiv, the latest in a string of large-scale barrages Ukraine has struggled to fend off amid a lack of interceptors.

By Olesia Safronova

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wapoMostly Factual3d ago

Election fight cracks political unity in Ukraine as Russia bombards Kyiv

Some political actors are warning that a vote during wartime, which would require changes to Ukraine’s constitution and other laws, could aid Russia by destabilizing the government and dividing society.

By David Stern, Anastacia Galouchka

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ukrainska-pravda3d ago

First deputy head of Zelenskyy's Office: Putin does not want talks because he believes Ukrainians will not survive winter

Putin is refusing talks while waiting for winter, but Ukraine continues to push for diplomacy and US support, Kyslytsia says

By Iryna Balachuk

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globe-and-mailHigh3d ago

Zelensky calls for Patriot interceptors as Russian strikes in Ukraine kill 16

Ukrainian President has pleaded with allies to replenish stock of Patriot interceptors – the only weapon in its arsenal capable of downing a ballistic missile

By Daniel Flynn and Anna Pruchnicka

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DWHigh3d ago

Ukraine: Several killed in 'massive' Russian strikes on Kyiv

The strikes on the Ukrainian capital and its surrounding regions also injured dozens, damaged buildings and caused power cuts. In neighboring Poland, the military started preventive operations to protect its airspace.

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France 24High3d ago

Kyiv under fire: Russian strikes kill at least 16

A Russian missile barrage overnight on Thursday killed at least 16 people and wounded 40 in Kyiv as explosions echoed across the capital. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia had been preparing the attack "for a long time".

By FRANCE24

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Business InsiderMostly Factual3d ago

Western forces are role-playing as Russia in training, attacking Ukrainian troops with tanks, ATVs, and motorcycles

Western soldiers are driving tanks and armored vehicles at Ukrainian troops at a camp in Poland. Norwegian Armed Forces Western troops are simulating Russian attacks against Ukrainian forces training on NATO soil. The mock Russian force tries to fight better than Russia itself. "Train hard, fight easy" is the point. Large armored assaults are now rare in Ukraine, but mechanized attacks remain a threat. Western forces are driving tanks, armored vehicles, and motorcycles toward Ukrainian sold...

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The IndependentMostly Factual3d ago

Putin arrests Russians for complaining about fuel shortages as fighting breaks out at petrol stations

Kyiv’s strikes have knocked out nearly a third of the country’s major oil refineries

By Suha Kidwai

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3d ago

Overnight Russian missile strikes leave 6 dead, 33 wounded across Kyiv

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By Prisha Roy

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straits-timesMostly Factual4d ago

Russian ballistic missiles kill at least three in Ukraine's Kyiv, mayor says - The Straits Times

Russian ballistic missiles kill at least three in Ukraine's Kyiv, mayor says  The Straits Times

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japan-timesMostly Factual3d ago

Russian strikes kill 16 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says lack of Patriots costs lives

Ukraine's air force said Russia launched dozens of ballistic, cruise and hypersonic missiles, as well as 168 drones, in the massive overnight attack.

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irish-independent4d ago

Adrian Blomfield: Volodymyr Zelensky has forgotten a key rule of politics and handed Putin a powerful weapon

July’s sacking of popular minister Mykhailo Fedorov has led to calls for Ukraine to hold wartime elections

By Adrian Blomfield

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Moscow TimesMostly Factual3d ago

Russian Missile and Drone Attack Kills 16 in Kyiv

City authorities said warehouses, a school and a children's hospital were among the sites hit during the overnight barrage.

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kyiv-independentMostly Factual3d ago

Ukrainian suspect in alleged Russia-linked assassination attempt detained in Poland

According to evidence gathered by investigators, the man allegedly acted on behalf of the Russian secret services.

By Jimmy Rushton

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meduza3d ago

Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Tatarstan. Local officials report injuries and disrupted ‘industrial operations.’

Ukrainian drones struck Tatarstan on the morning of August 20, Russia’s Interfax news agency reported, citing the press service of Tatarstan Head Rustam Minnikhanov.

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hurriyet-dailyMixed3d ago

Russia 'investing in ballistic missiles and escalation': Zelensky

Russia is escalating its four-and-a-half-year invasion of Ukraine with deadly ballistic missile attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Aug. 20, urging a global response after a Russian overnight attack killed at least 13.

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Daily SabahMixed3d ago

Zelenskyy urges global response as Russian strikes kill 13 in Kyiv

At least 13 people were killed overnight into Thursday when Russian strikes targeted Kyiv and surrounding areas, local authorities confirmed, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged...

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tempo-englishMostly Factual3d ago

Ukraine: Several Killed in Fresh Russian Strikes on Kyiv

The strikes on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, and its surrounding regions also injured dozens.

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ukrinformMixed3d ago

Kyslytsia: Putin has no incentive to negotiate as he counts on Ukraine splitting apart this winter

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin currently has no desire to negotiate an end to the war, as he expects a harsh winter to weaken Ukraine and divide Ukrainian society.

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balkan-insightMostly Factual3d ago

Russian Despatch: Kremlin’s Policy Inertia Exposed by Zelensky’s Belgrade Visit

As Russia tolerates Aleksandar Vucic’s embrace of the Ukrainian president and the idea of Serbian-Ukrainian arms cooperation, Moscow’s policy efforts in the Balkans seem to have stalled, like its war in Ukraine.

By Maksim Samorukov

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romania-insiderMostly Factual3d ago

EC requires Romania to thoroughly explain financing of new Wage Law for budgetary sector

By iuliane

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azernewsLow3d ago

Russian strikes on Sloviansk and Kramatorsk injure at least 10

At least 10 people were injured in Russian strikes on the Ukrainian cities of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region, according to local authorities.

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BBC19 Aug, 20:34First to report

Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election

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straits-times20 Aug, 00:32

Russian ballistic missiles kill at least three in Ukraine's Kyiv, mayor says - The Straits Times

orf20 Aug, 01:01

Tote bei russischen Angriffen

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nzz20 Aug, 03:30

Nestlé bangt um sein Russland-Geschäft – eine ominöse Firma bittet Putin offenbar um Zwangsverwaltung

berlingske20 Aug, 04:14

Drone meldes styrtet ned nær Rumæniens grænse til Moldova

die-presse20 Aug, 04:16

Korruptionsvorwürfe: Selenskyj entlässt Vizechefin des ukrainischen Präsidialamts

irish-independent20 Aug, 04:30

Adrian Blomfield: Volodymyr Zelensky has forgotten a key rule of politics and handed Putin a powerful weapon

AP20 Aug, 04:55

Russian missile barrage across Ukraine’s capital kills at least 12 and wounds 33 - AP News

dr-dk20 Aug, 04:58

Drone meldes styrtet ned nær Rumæniens grænse

bloomberg20 Aug, 05:28

Russian Air Attack Kills 16 as Zelenskyy Pleads for Patriots

balkan-insight20 Aug, 06:21

Russian Despatch: Kremlin’s Policy Inertia Exposed by Zelensky’s Belgrade Visit

romania-insider20 Aug, 06:33

EC requires Romania to thoroughly explain financing of new Wage Law for budgetary sector

Times of India20 Aug, 06:36

Overnight Russian missile strikes leave 6 dead, 33 wounded across Kyiv

hurriyet-daily20 Aug, 07:08

Russia 'investing in ballistic missiles and escalation': Zelensky

le-figaro20 Aug, 07:15

«Le monde ne réagit pas de manière adéquate» : Volodymyr Zelensky affirme que Moscou «investit» dans des missiles balistiques et une «escalade» en Ukraine

Moscow Times20 Aug, 07:19

Russian Missile and Drone Attack Kills 16 in Kyiv

tempo-english20 Aug, 07:56

Ukraine: Several Killed in Fresh Russian Strikes on Kyiv

vijesti-me20 Aug, 07:58

Zelenski osudio ruske napade i ponovo zatražio sisteme...

aktuality-sk20 Aug, 08:04

Ruské rakety zabíjali v noci na Ukrajine. Útoky si vyžiadali 13 mŕtvych, Rumunsko a Poľsko v pohotovosti

Daily Sabah20 Aug, 08:15

Zelenskyy urges global response as Russian strikes kill 13 in Kyiv

n1-serbia20 Aug, 08:16

Ukrajinska vojska: Rusija koristila balističke i krstareće rakete i dronove

DW20 Aug, 08:46

Ukraine: Several killed in 'massive' Russian strikes on Kyiv

meta-mk20 Aug, 08:48

Најмалку 13 загинати во Киев, Украина се соочува со недостиг на воздушна одбрана

The Independent20 Aug, 08:48

Putin arrests Russians for complaining about fuel shortages as fighting breaks out at petrol stations

zdg-md20 Aug, 08:53

În atenția călătorilor: postul vamal de frontieră Otaci și-a sistat temporar activitatea

NYT20 Aug, 09:24

Bare Grocery Shelves Are a New Wartime Hardship for Ukrainians

n1-bih20 Aug, 09:38

Ruski balistički projektili pogodili Kijev: 12 mrtvih, više od 30 povrijeđenih

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klix-ba20 Aug, 10:42

Ruski raketni i dronski napad na Kijev i okolinu usmrtio najmanje 14 ljudi

newsmaker-md20 Aug, 10:42

Санду осудила атаку России на Украину. «Россия должна столкнуться с гораздо большим давлением»

globe-and-mail20 Aug, 10:46

Zelensky calls for Patriot interceptors as Russian strikes in Ukraine kill 16

hotnews20 Aug, 10:46

Mare rafinărie din Rusia, lovită de ucraineni. VIDEO cu o dronă FP-1 făcând manevre și plonjând într-o unitate de procesare

20-minuten20 Aug, 10:48

Mindestens zwölf Tote: Massive russische Angriffe auf Kiew

japan-times20 Aug, 11:13

Russian strikes kill 16 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says lack of Patriots costs lives

Business Insider20 Aug, 11:32

Western forces are role-playing as Russia in training, attacking Ukrainian troops with tanks, ATVs, and motorcycles

danas20 Aug, 11:35

Rusija ponovo napala Kijev, Ukrajina moli Zapad za odbrambene rakete

observador20 Aug, 11:36

Qual o futuro da Ucrânia e de Zelensky? — Debate

lsm-lv20 Aug, 11:46

NBS: Balvu novadā piektdien notriektais drons bija Ukrainas bezpilota lidaparāts

meduza20 Aug, 12:04

Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Tatarstan. Local officials report injuries and disrupted ‘industrial operations.’

morgunbladid20 Aug, 12:12

16 drepnir í nótt: Lítill tími að leita skjóls

azernews20 Aug, 12:22

Russian strikes on Sloviansk and Kramatorsk injure at least 10

telex20 Aug, 12:25

Gyásznapot rendeltek el Kijevben, Zelenszkij szerint ez volt az egyik legcinikusabb és legkiszámítottabb orosz támadás

dennik-n20 Aug, 12:29

Vývoj bojov (1638. deň): Veliteľ ukrajinských tajných predpovedá Putinove plány (tri scenáre pre krutú zimu)

hvg20 Aug, 12:30

Törökország komoly gesztust tett Ukrajnának, de aggasztó hír a Putyinnak adott észak-koreai segítség

ruv20 Aug, 12:48

Minnst 15 drepin í árásum Rússlandshers

aktualne-cz20 Aug, 13:01

Konec bezpečného zázemí. Ukrajinci trefili klíčový uzel 1200 kilometrů za hranicemi

wapo20 Aug, 13:04

Election fight cracks political unity in Ukraine as Russia bombards Kyiv

delfi-lt20 Aug, 13:31

Prieš karą ir dabar: neatpažįstamai nuniokotų Ukrainos miestų vaizdai sukrečia

Al Jazeera20 Aug, 13:32

Ex-defence chief’s call for wartime election raises pressure on Zelenskyy

ukrainska-pravda20 Aug, 13:34

First deputy head of Zelenskyy's Office: Putin does not want talks because he believes Ukrainians will not survive winter

iefimerida20 Aug, 13:44

Κίεβο: Στους 16 οι νεκροί και πάνω από 40 οι τραυματίες από τα ρωσικά πλήγματα

politiken20 Aug, 14:00

Over 70 procent af Ruslands tankstationer er løbet tør for benzin

balkan-web20 Aug, 14:01

Sulmi masiv rus mbi Kievin / Të paktën 15 të vrarë e 40 të plagosur, Zelensky kërkon me urgjencë raketa “Patriot”

France 2420 Aug, 14:04

Kyiv under fire: Russian strikes kill at least 16

faz20 Aug, 14:16

Kirchenkampf in Ukraine: Scheut Kiew die Räumung von Kirchen?

newsbeast20 Aug, 14:45

Λουτρό αίματος στο Κίεβο από σφοδρούς ρωσικούς βομβαρδισμούς: Τουλάχιστον 16 οι νεκροί από τις επιθέσεις

ukrinform20 Aug, 14:57

Kyslytsia: Putin has no incentive to negotiate as he counts on Ukraine splitting apart this winter

digi2420 Aug, 14:58

Femeia care se grăbește să dezvolte primul scut antirachetă autohton al Ucrainei

helsingin-sanomat20 Aug, 15:00

Ukrainalla on edessään sodan ikävin talvi

kyiv-independent20 Aug, 15:02

Ukrainian suspect in alleged Russia-linked assassination attempt detained in Poland

irozhlas20 Aug, 15:04Latest update

Petráš: Ukrajinská protivzdušná obrana je v kritické situaci. Bez patriotů nemůže účinně ochránit Kyjev