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Russian Missile Strikes on Kyiv Kill Five After Diplomatic Pause

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THE BRIEF
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Russian forces launched a fresh wave of missile and drone strikes on Kyiv on September 9, 2026, resulting in five confirmed deaths.

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The attack ended a brief pause in hostilities that had coincided with a high-level visit from United States envoys to the Ukrainian capital.

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The strikes targeted critical infrastructure and residential areas, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict following the departure of the US delegation.