Russia attacks Kyiv with missiles, injuring two

smh.com.au September 2, 2024, 05:00 AM UTC

On September 2, 2024, Russia launched missile attacks on Kyiv, injuring at least two people and causing fires and damage to infrastructure. Ukraine's air defense intercepted over 20 missiles. This assault follows a previous attack that involved more than 200 missiles and drones, resulting in seven fatalities. The strikes coincide with President Putin's upcoming visit to Mongolia, where he criticized Western media restrictions.


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