The first attack with an American-provided ATACMS cluster munitions caused over 100 injuries and deaths at a Crimea beach, including three children.
A children's hospital in Kiev was hit by a missile, resulting in at least two deaths and a rebuke from the Western press, illustrating the escalating risks.
The US supply of weapons in Ukraine is seen as prolonging the conflict and pushing Putin to expand, increasing tensions with no clear solution or de-escalation.
The recent civilian strikes indicate a dangerous escalation, with speculation of intercepted missiles and perceived intentional strikes on ethnic Russians, raising stakes and bilateral tensions.
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