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- 1Zelensky says Russia struck Kharkiv apartment building overnight●Russia has been attacking our regions throughout the night and into the morning. In Kharkiv, there was a brutal strike o
President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russian forces attacked Ukrainian regions throughout the night and into the morning. In Kharkiv, a strike partially destroyed the second and fourth floors of a high-rise apartment building. Kyiv also sustained damage from drone attacks, with residential areas hit. The strikes are the latest in Russia's ongoing aerial campaign against Ukrainian cities.
- 2Zelensky says Russian drones hit Kyiv kindergartens and schools●Today alone, and in Kyiv alone, Russian jet-powered drones “vanquished” two kindergartens and two schools, an ordinary r
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russian jet-powered drones struck two kindergartens, two schools, a residential building, an auto repair shop, warehouses and communications facilities in Kyiv in a single day. He argued that targeting children's facilities and civilian infrastructure would be condemned anywhere in the world, as Ukraine continues to report heavy overnight drone attacks on the capital.
- 3Zelensky says Russia now targeting Ukraine's data centres●Zelensky says Russia has widened attacks to hit Ukraine's data centres
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia has widened its attacks to include Ukraine's data centres, adding digital infrastructure to the list of targets hit during the war. The claim underscores growing concern about strikes on civilian and communications systems, as Russian bombardment of Ukrainian energy and utility networks continues.
- 4Russian Strikes Hit Kyiv Academy of Sciences, One Dead●Russian Strikes Damage Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences, Kill One
Overnight Russian strikes on Kyiv damaged buildings of the National Academy of Sciences and killed at least one person, according to reports circulating on Friday. The attack adds to a string of recent strikes targeting the Ukrainian capital and its infrastructure. Commenters are condemning the damage to a scientific institution and voicing renewed concern about civilian casualties amid ongoing Russian air assaults.
- 5Kyiv Science Academy hit, 10 dead in Russian strikes▼Kyiv Science Academy hit, 10 dead as Russian jet-drones strike across Ukraine
A Russian strike on the Kyiv Science Academy has killed 10 people, part of a wider wave of attacks using jet-powered drones across Ukraine. The strike on the capital's academy marks one of the deadliest recent hits on a civilian and scientific institution, as drone assaults hit multiple regions overnight.
- 6Pentagon says AI overreliance led to missile strike on Iran school●Pentagon says overreliance on AI contributed to missile strike on Iran school
The Pentagon has acknowledged that excessive reliance on artificial intelligence contributed to a missile strike that hit a school in Iran. The admission raises serious questions about how AI systems are used in military targeting decisions and who bears responsibility when automated tools lead to civilian casualties. The disclosure is drawing intense scrutiny of US military AI practices.
- 7Russian Strike Kills One at Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences●Russian Strike Hits Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences, Killing One
A Russian strike hit the building of Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv, killing one person and damaging the research institution's premises. The attack comes amid continued Russian strikes on the Ukrainian capital, which have repeatedly hit civilian and scientific infrastructure. Officials and observers are voicing anger at the targeting of an academic institution, describing it as another example of attacks on non-military sites during the war.
- 8Russian Drone Strike Hits Kyiv Academy of Sciences, One Dead●Russian Drones Hit Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences, Killing One
Russian drones struck Kyiv overnight, hitting a building of the National Academy of Sciences and killing at least one person. The attack damaged scientific facilities in the Ukrainian capital and comes amid continued Russian aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities, drawing condemnation and renewed calls for stronger air defences.
- 9Russian strikes hit Kyiv across the city in daylight●Russian strikes are incoming from all sides onto Kyiv, in broad daylight. Markets, gas stations, a hospital, office, kin
Russian strikes struck multiple targets across Kyiv in broad daylight, hitting markets, gas stations, a hospital, offices, kindergartens and residential buildings. Commentators responding to the attack describe it as a deliberate campaign against civilians, arguing that Russian forces, unable to advance on the front line, are intensifying attacks on Ukrainian cities instead. The scale and daytime timing of the bombardment are drawing widespread attention and condemnation.
- 10Russian Drone Strike Hits Kyiv Academy of Sciences, One Dead●Russian Drones Strike Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences, Killing One
A Russian drone attack on Kyiv struck the building of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, killing one person, according to reports circulating widely on social media and news outlets. The strike adds to a series of overnight drone assaults on the Ukrainian capital. Commenters are expressing outrage over the targeting of a scientific institution and renewing calls for stronger air defences.
- 11Fresh Russian strikes kill eight, Zelenskyy says Moscow terrorising Ukraine▼Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says Moscow terrorising Ukrainians as fresh strikes kill eight
Russian strikes across Ukraine have killed at least eight people, prompting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to accuse Moscow of deliberately terrorising Ukrainian civilians. The attacks are part of the continuing barrage on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure as the war grinds on. Zelenskyy renewed calls for stronger air defences and Western support, while officials reported casualties and damage in the affected regions.
- 12Russian drone strikes across Ukraine kill seven people▼Russian drones hammer apartments, offices and a cultural landmark in Ukraine, killing 7
Russian drone attacks struck residential apartment blocks, office buildings and a cultural landmark in Ukraine, killing at least seven people. The overnight assault caused significant damage in urban areas and is among the latest in a series of escalating drone barrages targeting Ukrainian cities, drawing renewed attention to the ongoing war's impact on civilians and infrastructure.
- 13Russian Drones Strike Kyiv Science Academy and Medical Center●Russian Drones Strike Kyiv's Science Academy and Medical Center
Russian drone attacks have hit a science academy and a medical center in Kyiv, damaging civilian infrastructure in the Ukrainian capital. The strikes are part of ongoing aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities that have repeatedly targeted non-military sites. Officials and observers are highlighting the impact on scientific institutions and healthcare facilities as evidence of the war's widening toll on civilian life.
- 14Russian daytime strike on Kyiv kills at least three●In Kyiv, cars are burning and bodies of people lie in the streets after Russia struck our capital in broad daylight on a
A Russian strike hit Kyiv in broad daylight on a Saturday, leaving cars burning and casualties in the streets. Mayor Vitali Klitschko reports at least three people killed and seven injured. Commenters say the timing and targeting appeared designed to maximize civilian casualties and are urging that such attacks on the Ukrainian capital not be treated as routine.
- 15Jet-powered drone strike hits Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv●Horrific scenes out of Kyiv this morning as Russia used a jet-powered drone to blow up Ukraine’s National Academy of Sci
A Russian jet-powered drone struck the National Academy of Sciences building in Kyiv on Tuesday morning, sparking a large fire. Reports describe people escaping through windows as the building burned. Commenters say the strike shows Russia is targeting civilian and scientific institutions, adding to a pattern of attacks on schools and kindergartens.
- 16Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least seven people▼Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 7, including woman at Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences
Russian strikes across Ukraine have killed at least seven people, including a woman who died at Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences. The attacks add to a steady toll of civilian casualties from ongoing Russian air assaults on Ukrainian cities. Authorities continue to report damage and deaths as the war grinds on, with strikes hitting the capital and other populated areas.
- 17UN human rights chief urges de-escalation in Ethiopia fighting▼UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urges de-escalation as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for de-escalation as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia. The appeal highlights growing concern over the impact of renewed hostilities on civilians, and comes amid reports of worsening conditions on the ground. Observers are watching for whether the parties to the conflict respond to international pressure to step back.
- 18Russian strike on Kyiv science academy kills at least one●Russian strike on Kyiv’s science academy kills at least one in latest daytime attack
A Russian strike hit the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine in Kyiv, killing at least one person in the latest daytime attack on the capital. The strike on a scientific institution has drawn attention to the ongoing pattern of daytime drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities and the damage being inflicted on the country's research infrastructure.
- 19Russian Sniper Identified As The 'Butcher Of Bucha'●Exposing The Russian Sniper Who Became The 'Butcher Of Bucha'
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty has published an investigation identifying a Russian sniper accused of being the 'Butcher of Bucha', the figure linked to atrocities committed against civilians in the Ukrainian town during Russia's 2022 occupation. The report names the individual and details his alleged role, drawing wide attention to ongoing efforts to hold Russian soldiers accountable for war crimes in Bucha.
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Russian strikes killed eight people and injured dozens across Ukraine, according to Al Jazeera reporting. The attacks hit multiple regions, adding to the toll of Russia's ongoing invasion. Casualties from overnight and daytime shelling continue to draw international attention as the war grinds on.
- 21Russia launched over 2,200 drones at Ukraine this week●This past week, the Russians launched more than 2,200 attack drones against Ukraine, as well as around 1,650 aerial bomb
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia fired more than 2,200 attack drones, around 1,650 aerial bombs and 38 missiles of various types, many of them ballistic, at Ukraine over the past week. He reported that civilians were killed in overnight attacks. The figures underline the continuing scale of Russian aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
- 22Russian daytime strike on Kyiv science academy kills at least one●Daytime Russian strike on Kyiv’s science academy kills at least one
A Russian strike hit the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv during daytime hours on Tuesday, killing at least one person, according to The Guardian. The attack on a civilian scientific institution in the Ukrainian capital drew renewed attention to the ongoing aerial assaults on the city and the risks to non-military targets.
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Russian drone strikes targeted Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, adding to the ongoing pattern of aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities. The strikes drew attention as the war continues to drive global concern over civilian safety and energy infrastructure. Reactions online reflect continued alarm at the escalating pace of attacks on Ukraine.
- 24Palestinian Death Toll in Gaza Surpasses 74,000▼Palestinian Death Toll in Israel’s War on Gaza Surpasses 74,000
Palestinian health authorities report that the death toll in Gaza from Israel's military campaign has now exceeded 74,000 people. The figure continues to rise as strikes, displacement and severe shortages of food, medicine and medical services strain the territory's overwhelmed hospitals. Humanitarian organisations warn that many victims remain buried under rubble and that the true number of deaths is likely higher than official counts.
- 25Ukraine says long-range strikes hit Russian defense plants●We are consistently using our long-range capabilities to respond to Russian strikes against life. Last night, our sancti
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine used its long-range capabilities overnight to strike two Russian defense plants, in the Tula and Voronezh regions, in response to Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilians. He also said Security Service of Ukraine units carried out effective operations over the past 24 hours, framing the actions as part of Kyiv's continuing retaliation campaign.
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German public broadcaster Weltspiegel has aired a report examining why Sudan's civil war continues despite international calls for peace. The piece looks at the conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, the humanitarian toll on civilians, and the political and economic factors keeping both sides fighting. Viewers are engaging heavily with the topic, reflecting growing international concern over a war that has displaced millions but receives little sustained global media coverage.
- 27Russian jet-drones strike Ukraine, hitting Kyiv Science Academy●Kyiv Science Academy hit as Russian jet-drones strike across Ukraine
Russian jet-powered drones struck targets across Ukraine, damaging the Kyiv Science Academy in the capital. The overnight attacks hit multiple regions, with the strike on a scientific institution drawing particular attention. Reports from Reuters and other outlets describe a broad drone barrage, the latest escalation in Russia's ongoing aerial campaign against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
- 28Russian Strike Hits Market Near Kyiv, Killing Civilians●⚠️🇺🇦Another Russian war crime: Civilians in public market near Kyiv bombed by Russian terrorists: Deaths and nearly 10 i
A Russian strike hit a public market near Kyiv, killing people and injuring nearly ten others, according to Ukrainian news reports. Commentators are condemning the attack on civilians as another war crime, circulating the news widely and calling for attention to ongoing strikes against civilian targets in Ukraine as the war continues.
- 29At least 10 killed in Russian and Ukrainian attacks▼At least 10 people killed in Russian and Ukrainian attacks
At least 10 people have been killed in separate Russian and Ukrainian attacks, according to Al Jazeera reporting on the ongoing war. The strikes add to a heavy civilian toll as fighting continues along and beyond the front lines, with both sides carrying out attacks that have caused deaths in affected areas. Details on the exact locations and circumstances of the casualties were not immediately provided.
- 30Gaza death toll surpasses 74,000 as Israeli strikes continue▼Israeli strikes kill Palestinians as Gaza death toll surpasses 74000
Israeli strikes have killed more Palestinians in Gaza, pushing the territory's death toll above 74,000, according to figures cited by news outlets covering the conflict. The toll continues to rise despite ongoing international calls for a ceasefire, with civilians among the victims of the latest strikes. Aid agencies warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis across the enclave.
- 31Russian drones hit civilian areas as Ukraine reports gains●Russian drones pound civilian areas as Ukraine claims battlefield breakthroughs
Russian drone attacks have struck civilian areas of Ukraine, causing damage and casualties, while Kyiv says its forces have made breakthroughs on the battlefield. The combined reports highlight the escalating pace of the war, with strikes on populated areas continuing even as Ukrainian troops claim advances along the front lines.
- 32Russian strikes kill eight across Ukraine▼'Deliberate and cynical terror': Russian strikes kill 8 across Ukraine
Russian strikes killed at least eight people across Ukraine, drawing condemnation from officials who described the attacks as 'deliberate and cynical terror'. The strikes hit populated areas and come amid the ongoing escalation of Russia's air campaign against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Ukrainian leaders renewed calls for stronger air defences and international pressure on Moscow as civilian casualties continue to mount.
- 33Russian Strikes Kill Eight Across Ukraine, Zelenskyy Says▼🔴 BREAKING Russian Strikes Kill Eight in Ukraine Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported that Russian forces launched nea
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russian forces launched nearly 4,000 drones, aerial bombs and missiles over the past week, killing eight people and injuring dozens across Ukraine. The figures underscore the continued intensity of Russia's air campaign against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
- 34Sudan war: 12 million displaced, 150,000 civilian deaths●12 Millionen Menschen auf der Flucht. 150.000 zivile Opfer. Ethnische Säuberungen. Sexualisierte Gewalt. #Sudan Ob #free
Sudan's civil war has driven roughly 12 million people from their homes and left an estimated 150,000 civilians dead, alongside ethnic cleansing and sexual violence. Commentators in German-speaking social media are asking why the crisis receives far less public attention and outrage than other conflicts, arguing Sudanese victims are 'dying quietly' while global focus lies elsewhere.
- 35Strikes kill eight in Ukraine after Moscow rebuffs German mediation▼Strikes kill 8 in Ukraine, 1 in Russia after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate
Russian strikes killed eight people in Ukraine, while one person died in a strike inside Russia, according to wire reports. The escalation followed Moscow's rejection of German calls to de-escalate the war. The exchange of fire underlines how diplomatic efforts by Berlin have so far failed to slow attacks on civilian areas, and the casualty tolls are drawing fresh attention to the human cost of the conflict.
- 36Russian drone strikes hit civilian targets across Kyiv▼Photos: Russian drone strikes pound civilian targets across Kyiv
Russian drone strikes have pounded civilian targets across Kyiv, according to photo reports published by Al Jazeera. The images document damage to residential and urban areas of the Ukrainian capital in the latest wave of attacks. The strikes are part of the ongoing pattern of aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities that has continued throughout the war.
- 37Russia Strikes Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences▼Video: Russia Strikes Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences
Russia struck Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences, according to video footage reported by the New York Times. The attack on one of Ukraine's leading scientific institutions adds to a pattern of strikes hitting civilian and cultural infrastructure in Ukrainian cities. Details about casualties or the extent of damage to the academy's buildings and research facilities were not immediately available.
- 38Gaza death toll rises despite ongoing ceasefire▼Palestinian death toll in Gaza war rises, despite ceasefire - News
Palestinian deaths in the Gaza war have continued to climb even though a ceasefire is in place. Reports from the region indicate casualties are still being counted as bodies are recovered from rubble and people die from wounds sustained before the truce. The news underscores how fragile the ceasefire remains and how heavy the war's toll has been on Gaza's civilian population.
- 39Strikes kill 4 in Ukraine as Moscow rebuffs German de-escalation call▼Strikes kill 4 in Ukraine after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate
Russian strikes killed four people in Ukraine after Moscow rejected German calls to de-escalate the conflict. The deadly attacks came despite fresh diplomatic pressure from Berlin for Moscow to scale back operations. The rejection and continued strikes underscore how far apart the two sides remain, with civilian casualties continuing even as European leaders push for a path toward ending the war.
- 40Russian Drone Strike Hits Ukraine's Science Academy●Russian Drone Strikes Ukraine’s Science Academy, Causing Fire in City Center
A Russian drone strike hit the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, starting a fire in the center of Kyiv. The attack on a leading scientific institution drew attention as part of ongoing Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities, with reports highlighting damage to civilian and cultural infrastructure rather than military targets.