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Taiwanese cell phones sounded an alarm warning of a possible missile attack, causing confusion and speculation.
The warning turned out to be about a Chinese satellite launch, and authorities believe the confusion may have been caused by a line break in the message. [ more ]
Russian missiles target Ukrainian cities of Kyiv and Kharkiv, killing at least 6
Russian missiles targeted Ukraine's two biggest cities on Tuesday morning, damaging apartment buildings and killing at least six people.
The Russian barrage included more than 40 ballistic, cruise, anti-aircraft and guided missiles, injuring at least 20 people in Kyiv and 42 people in Kharkiv. [ more ]
Russia Pounds Eastern Ukrainian City Ahead of New Year
Russia launched missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv in retaliation for an alleged Ukrainian air assault on the Russian city of Belgorod.
The attacks targeted civilian areas, causing injuries and damage to homes, hospitals, and a hotel.
The escalation of attacks signals that neither Ukraine nor Russia intends to de-escalate the ongoing war. [ more ]
Russia-Ukraine war live: Russian missile strike hits Kharkiv hotel; US Republican hopefuls split over aid for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy continues his tour of Baltic states, meeting with leaders in Estonia after his visit to Lithuania.
Zelenskiy warns that Western hesitation on aid to Ukraine will help Putin and expresses desire for action on Ukraine's NATO membership at this year's summit. [ more ]
Ukraine damaged four Russian naval ships in a missile attack on Crimea, sinking a large landing warship. Ukrainian forces also hit a Russian naval reconnaissance vessel.
Ukraine reported sinking or disabling a third of all Russian warships in the Black Sea, with no comment from Moscow. Ukrainian forces shot down 12 Iranian-made Russian attack drones. [ more ]
Russia hits energy targets in Ukraine, showing need for more air defenses
Russia conducted a large missile and drone attack on Ukrainian cities, destroying energy infrastructure and highlighting the need for stronger air defenses.
Ukraine urgently requires Patriot air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure and citizens from future attacks. [ more ]
Russian strike kills 11, including children, Ukraine says
At least 11 people, including five children, were killed in a Russian missile attack on a residential area in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for consequences for the attack and emphasized the need for Ukraine's own defense and political capabilities. [ more ]
Russia-Ukraine war live: scores injured in overnight attack on Kyiv
A Russian missile attack has damaged a children's hospital in Kyiv, Ukraine, injuring at least 51 people.
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy faced a sceptical reception from Republicans in Washington as he sought additional military aid against Russia. [ more ]