Russia hits Ukraine with largest aerial attack as Trump talks to Zelenskyy and Putin
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A significant aerial assault occurred in Kyiv, involving over 550 drones and 11 missiles, marking the largest attack on the city since the war began. The onslaught resulted in at least one death and more than 20 injuries, with damage to various infrastructures such as schools and residential buildings. President Trump communicated with both President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, discussing airstrikes and defense capabilities. Zelenskyy emphasized the ongoing threat from Russia and called for increased international support and enhanced air defense systems to protect Ukraine.
President Trump held an hour-long phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a conversation Trump said made no progress towards ending the conflict.
At least one person was killed and more than 20 people injured across several districts of Kyiv, with significant damage to apartment blocks, schools, and railroad infrastructure.
Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on Russia and more air defense equipment, highlighting concerns about the limitations posed by paused U.S. shipments of critical weapons.
Zelenskyy referred to the night of the attack as "harsh" and underscored that it demonstrates Russia's "no intention of ending the war and terror."
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