Russia Strikes ‘Critical Infrastructure’ Across Ukraine, Including Kyiv

Russia Strikes ‘Critical Infrastructure’ Across Ukraine, Including Kyiv
Rescuers and firefighters work in a damaged residential building, hit by Russian missiles in Kyiv on June 26, 2022, amid Russian invasion of Ukraine. Genya Savilov/AFP via Getty Images
Adam Morrow
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The Russian military struck positions throughout Ukraine—including the capital Kyiv—on Oct. 17, as Western powers promised to ramp up support for the beleaguered nation.

According to Ukrainian officials, Russian forces used drones to hit targets in Kyiv, while also shelling multiple positions elsewhere in the country.