As Ukraine gains advantage, Russia strikes with nuclear-capable missile
Russia has intensified its attacks on Kyiv, launching hypersonic missiles in response to Ukraine's recent military successes. The use of the Oreshnik missile marks one of the largest assaults on the city since the war began, prompting warnings for foreigners to evacuate. Analysts suggest that President Putin's actions may be driven by a desire to retaliate against Ukraine's long-range strikes.
- ▪Russia has launched its hypersonic Oreshnik missile at Kyiv, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
- ▪This missile strike is one of the largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the war started four years ago.
- ▪European leaders have condemned the use of the Oreshnik missile, labeling it as reckless.
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With 'advantage' shifting to Ukraine, Russia hits Kyiv with hypersonic missileBy Annika Burgess with wires Topic:Unrest, Conflict and WarTue 26 May 2026 at 3:07pmTue 26 May 2026 at 3:07pmTue 26 May 2026 at 3:07pmAn injured man with his dog takes cover in a shelter after a Russian strike on residential neighbourhood in Kyiv. (AP: Evgeniy Maloletka)In short:Russia is increasingly escalating attacks on Kyiv, unleashing some of its largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the start of the four-year war.Moscow fired its hypersonic Oreshnik missile at the city and is now warning foreigners to leave.What's next?Analysts say it appears Russian President Vladimir Putin's "ego is bruised" and he is retaliating for Ukraine's long-range strikes on Moscow.
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