Russia pounds Kharkiv and western Ukraine, killing civilians

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The strikes were reported across Kharkiv and the Lviv region, including damage near Lviv, with casualties confirmed in the latest coverage. The attacks come amid broader diplomatic efforts to halt strikes on critical infrastructure, but the continued bombardment indicates that no durable ceasefire has taken hold. The immediate priorities are casualty assessments, emergency response, and the protection of civilian and energy infrastructure as the conflict continues.

Sources: Euronews, Associated Press, Reuters