European countries and EU summon Russian envoys over threats on Kyiv
Several European countries, including Germany, the Netherlands, and Norway, along with the European Union, have summoned Russian envoys. This action follows a warning from Moscow on Monday that foreigners and diplomats should leave Kyiv ahead of anticipated renewed air strikes.
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Open questions and key claims
Damage was reported in all districts of Kyiv, including residential buildings and a school.
A 15-year-old boy was among those injured, with 13 people taken to hospital, three in serious condition.
Ukraine's General Staff confirmed an attack near Starobilsk but stated it targeted a Russian military unit.
Russia warns it plans to launch a 'series of systematic strikes' on defense industrial facilities in Kyiv.
EU spokesperson Anitta Hipper stated Russia’s threat to diplomats and foreign citizens is an ‘unacceptable escalation’.
Kyiv region is once again enduring a mass enemy attack with strike drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles.
Zelenskyy described the Russian assault as a 'deranged attack' that hit a water supply facility, burned down a market, and damaged residential buildings and schools.
Around 100 people had been injured and at least four killed in the attacks across the country.
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