Russia launches deadly missile, drone attack at Ukraine

21/07/2025 06:01 France 24

Russia on Monday launched a barrage of drones and missiles at Ukraine in an overnight attack, killing two people, wounding 15 and causing multiple fires in several parts of the country. The attack came hours before French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot arrived in Kyiv for a two-day visit aimed at supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion.

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