Russian strikes kill four across Ukraine

Russian forces struck multiple sites across Ukraine on Saturday, killing four people as Kyiv seeks international support to end the war.

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Missiles, glide bombs and drones Officials said the strikes involved cruise and ballistic missiles, powerful glide bombs and jet-powered drones and struck populated areas and infrastructure. Authorities reported four fatalities and said emergency crews were conducting damage assessments.

The attacks followed President Volodymyr Zelensky's plea at the United Nations earlier this week for help ending the war. They come about four and a half years after Moscow launched a full‑scale invasion in February 2022, a timeline officials cite when reporting on persistent frontline fighting.

Officials said frontline progress has slowed in recent months, and that the latest strikes will be assessed for their impact on civilian safety and supply routes. Follow‑up reporting from local authorities and military spokespeople is expected within 48 hours as damage and casualty totals are updated.

Officials said the immediate issues are whether the strikes prompt additional international aid commitments and whether they alter battlefield tempo. Further official statements and assessments are expected within the next 48 hours.