Kremlin says Putin briefed on strike on Kyiv, vows to increase pressure on Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed by his top military commander regarding a massive overnight strike on Kyiv, the Kremlin announced on Thursday. Officials added that Moscow intends to steadily increase military pressure on Ukraine to achieve its strategic objectives.
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- Published Date: 12:49 | 02 July 2026
U.S. President Vladimir Putin has been briefed by his top military commander about a massive overnight Russian strike on Kyiv, the Kremlin said on Thursday, adding that Moscow would continue to increase pressure on Ukraine in order to achieve its goals.
At least 13 people were killed in the attack, and scores wounded.
In a call with reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov accused Europe of escalating tensions, and said Russia was unable to turn a blind eye to such moves.
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