Russia launches fresh missile and dronemissile and drone attack on Kyiv ahead of Nato summit
Russia launched a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks on Kyiv early Monday, escalating tensions just before a crucial Nato summit in Ankara.
The strikes trapped residents in damaged buildings and forced many into public shelters. This escalation matters as it tests NATO's resolve and security commitments ahead of the high-level meeting attended by US President Donald Trump.
- Russia and Ukraine have been engaged in a prolonged conflict since 2014, with major escalation in 2022.
- Ankara has hosted several significant international summits, including G20 and NATO meetings in recent years.
- Donald Trump served as the 45th US President from 2017 to 2021.
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