Russia uses new ballistic missile in major attack on Kyiv and warning to the West
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Russia’s Hypersonic Missile Strike Shakes KyivA night assault with hypersonic missiles killed 4 in Kyiv, leaving nearly 6,000 apartments without heat amid freezing temperatures.
Key FactsJan 10, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- Russia launched a massive attack using hundreds of drones and the nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile on Kyiv and western Ukraine.
- At least four people died and around 25 were injured, while nearly 6,000 Kyiv apartments lost heating during subzero weather.
- The strike came as a direct response to diplomatic progress and intensified tensions between Moscow and Washington.
- European leaders condemned the escalation as unacceptable and called for strong measures against Russia’s aggressive actions.
What Russia is doing, of course, shows that they do not want peace. But people really want peace, people are suffering, people are dying.— Dmytro Karpenko, a resident of Kyiv responding to the attacks.
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- President Putin announced plans to target decision-making centers in Kyiv with the new hypersonic Oreshnik missile following an attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
- During the assault, over 90 missiles and around 100 drones were launched in response to Ukrainian strikes on Russian soil.
- Tensions have escalated as both sides seek advantages before President Trump's inauguration in January.
- Ukrainian officials reported extensive damage to energy infrastructure, indicating a particularly harsh winter ahead for the population.
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