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Russia intensifies missile attacks on Ukraine, using North Korean weapons.

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Recent reports indicate a significant escalation in Russian missile attacks targeting Ukraine. These attacks have resulted in mounting casualties, with a specific incident on July 24 in Kyiv claiming the life of Valentyna Savitska. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Russia employed a North Korean missile in a recent strike on a village, which resulted in the deaths of five family members. This marks the first reported use of such a weapon in nearly a year, suggesting a potential new supply of North Korean weaponry available to Russia. The renewed intensity of these missile strikes, coupled with the use of previously deployed foreign-made missiles, underscores the ongoing and evolving nature of the conflict. Washington's promises of continued military support for Ukraine remain a crucial factor in the nation's defense against these aerial assaults.
Last updated: August 25, 2026