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Russian strikes target Kyiv rail infrastructure, injuring dozens
A fresh wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine's capital has left at least 20 people wounded, including two children, with rail workers among those affected across Kyiv and surrounding regions.
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Russia launched new missile and drone strikes against Kyiv on Tuesday, with attacks focused on critical infrastructure including rail facilities in the capital and wider metropolitan area. Ukrainian officials confirmed that the assault resulted in at least 20 injuries, comprising railway personnel and civilians across multiple locations.
The strikes represent a continuation of Russia's campaign to degrade Ukraine's transportation networks and civilian infrastructure. Rail facilities have been a recurring target as Moscow seeks to disrupt logistics and supply chains supporting Ukrainian defense efforts and civilian populations.
Emergency services responded to multiple impact sites across the capital and surrounding districts. The two children injured in the attacks were among the civilian casualties reported, underscoring the indiscriminate nature of the bombardment according to Ukrainian authorities.
The assault comes amid ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine, where Russian forces have maintained pressure on multiple fronts. Kyiv's critical infrastructure, including energy and transport systems, has faced intensified targeting in recent weeks as Russia attempts to demoralize the civilian population and undermine Ukraine's operational capacity.