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September 8, 2025

Russia Launches Largest Drone Strike Against Ukraine, Hitting Government Building
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On Sunday, Russia launched the largest drone assault against Ukraine
since 2022, attacking the main government building in Kyiv for the first
time. At least four people were killed in Russian strikes all over the
country, including a mother and her baby. Ukraine also launched
airstrikes against Russia, killing three people. Speaking to reporters,
President Trump said he was ready to impose a second round of sanctions
against Russia, but gave no additional details.


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