Ukraine: Kyiv residents endure 'worst night of the year' over the weekend

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Ukraine: Kyiv residents endure 'worst night of the year' over the weekend

Issued on: 25/05/2026 - 14:49Modified: 25/05/2026 - 14:50

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Rescue teams are still working to stabilise buildings in Kyiv after massive Russian strikes over the weekend. Residents described it as the worst night of the year so far, with a high number of casualties. According to our correspondent Gulliver Cragg, the attacks appeared to target the city centre but were largely repelled thanks to air defence systems.

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