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Strike on Ukrainian public bus leaves 30 dead as blackouts worsen in Kyiv

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What happened

Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine have killed 30 people and injured at least 18, according to authorities.

The attacks included a strike on a public bus and have worsened power outages in Kyiv.

Key facts

  • Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine have killed 30 people and injured at least 18, according to authorities.
  • Reported by NPR and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:25:28 UTC.

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