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Russia Unleashes Massive Drone and Missile Barrage on Ukraine

Russia launched a large‑scale overnight assault of hundreds of drones and missiles that struck Ukrainian power and transport hubs, killed civilians, and came amid US‑Ukraine diplomatic talks, sharply escalating pressure on Kyiv.

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653 drones and 51 missiles — Munitions Russia used in its largest overnight strike on Ukraine

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"We will find you and we will sink you" — Pete Hegseth

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