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AI Brief Deadly Russian Strikes Rock Kyiv as War Escalates https://rss.app/brief/posts/5e6cbd5a420f16d9fe7975bd38be4f7a Thursday, July 2, 2026 10:30 AM Summary Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, killing at least 17 people and injuring dozens more. Ukraine’s air defenses were overwhelmed by the sheer volume of missiles and drones, leaving civilians exposed. Meanwhile, global tensions simmer as nations scramble to adjust defense strategies and alliances. Key Stories Russia’s brutal attack kills 17 in Kyiv, injures 90 — A devastating Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv left at least 17 dead and around 90 injured, with rescue efforts still underway. President Zelensky called it a "brutal attack" and vowed retaliation while urgently appealing for more air defense support from allies. Ukraine’s air defenses overwhelmed by Russian saturation tactics — Russia fired nearly 500 drones and over 70 missiles in a single wave, using a ...