Russia resumes strikes on Kyiv after three-day pause for envoys
They publishedRussia resumes strikes on Kyiv after pause for Trump envoys’ visit
First reportBBC · 7 Sept, 07:03Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 8 Sept, 03:59Z
Span21 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Russia resumed strikes on Kyiv late Monday after a three-day pause, wounding six people and damaging buildings.
Why
The pause coincided with visits by Trump’s envoys, who reported progress toward possible peace talks despite continued fighting.
Watch
Authorities urged residents to use shelters as air defenses responded and attacks continued, while attention turns to possible peace talks.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- Kyiv has experienced more daily air raid alerts than at any time since 2022 invasion.
- Russia began round-the-clock strikes, disrupting schools, offices and transport.
- Average 10 alerts per day since end of August; 76 alerts in seven days starting Aug 27.
- Faster jet-powered drones (up to 370 mph) complicate interception efforts.
- Ukraine plans two-tier warning system with yellow and red levels to balance activity.
Summary
- Explosions hit Kyiv late Monday as Russia restarted attacks after a three-day halt.
- Pause was ordered by Putin during visits by Trump’s envoys Witkoff and Kushner.
- Six people were wounded; air defenses and shelters were urged as attacks continued.
- Strikes damaged buildings, including a five-storey block in Solomianskyi district.
- Envoys reported progress toward possible peace talks amid continued fighting.