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Russian strikes kill five and target Kyiv science academy
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- Sep 28, 2026, 5:56 PM UTC
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Capital and largest city of Ukraine
Kyiv, also spelt Kiev, is the capital and most populous city of Ukraine. Located in the north-central part of the country, it straddles both banks of the Dnieper River. As of January 2022, the population of Kyiv was 2,952,301, making it the seventh-most populous city in Europe. Kyiv is an important industrial, scientific, educational, and cultural center. It is home to high-tech industries, higher education institutions, and historical landmarks. The city has an extensive public transport system, which includes the Kyiv Metro.
More on Wikipedia ↗Footage of attack on Academy shows people leaning out of windows as bright flames engulf part of the historic building.
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