Russian strikes kill at least 25 across Ukrainian cities

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The attack is the most consequential breaking international development identified in the available coverage because it involves renewed large-scale violence in the Russia-Ukraine war and significant civilian casualties. Rescue operations and damage assessments are continuing, while the strikes are likely to intensify diplomatic pressure on Moscow and support Kyiv’s calls for additional air-defense assistance. Details remain subject to verification as authorities update casualty figures.

Sources: Associated Press, BBC News