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On Sunday, Russia launched its largest drone and missile assault on Ukraine since the 2022 invasion, deploying over 800 drones and 13 missiles. The attack killed at least four civilians, including a mother and her infant, and struck Kyiv's main government building for the first time, causing significant damage and fires. Ukrainian officials condemned the strike as a deliberate escalation amid stalled peace efforts.
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Multiple drone strikes have targeted Russian regions, including Novorossiysk and Crimea, causing casualties and damage. Russia reports civilian deaths and injuries, while Ukraine claims responsibility for some strikes. The attacks mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
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Ukraine reports over 450 drone and missile strikes targeting energy infrastructure, killing civilians and causing widespread power outages. Russia continues its military offensive, including house-by-house fighting in key towns, while Ukraine strengthens its air defenses amid ongoing conflict.
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Dmitry Kurashov, 28, was found guilty of killing Ukrainian soldier Vitalii Hodniuk after his surrender in January 2024. The court in Zaporizhzhia sentenced him, marking a rare legal action against a Russian soldier for war crimes. Kurashov expressed no intention to appeal. The case highlights ongoing investigations into wartime executions and international efforts to hold perpetrators accountable.
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Ukrainian forces are engaged in heavy fighting across multiple regions amid ongoing Russian missile and drone strikes. Kyiv reports advances and setbacks, while international efforts focus on sanctions and diplomacy. The conflict remains highly active as Ukraine seeks military and economic support today, Nov 20, 2025.
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Ukraine and France have agreed on a decade-long defense cooperation, including the supply of Rafale jets and air defense systems, amid ongoing Russian attacks. The deal aims to bolster Ukraine’s long-term military capabilities, with delivery timelines extending to 2035, signaling European commitment despite political and logistical challenges.
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In late November and early December 2025, Russia intensified missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities including Kyiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Ternopil, targeting energy infrastructure and civilian areas, causing deaths and injuries. Concurrently, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy engaged in diplomatic efforts with U.S. and European leaders to revive peace negotiations, despite Russia's refusal to participate directly in talks.
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U.S. officials report progress toward a Ukraine-Russia peace agreement, with Ukraine agreeing to revised terms. Talks in Abu Dhabi involve U.S. and Russian delegates, amid ongoing Russian missile strikes on Kyiv. Key details remain unresolved, and skepticism persists among European leaders.