Russia Launches Wave of Missiles, Avdiivka 'Extremely Critical'

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The Facts

  • Russia on Thursday launched its second major missile attack on Ukraine this month, triggering explosions in Kyiv as well as a number of other cities and regions.

  • Ukrainian officials said Russia deployed a total of 26 missiles — 13 of which were brought down by missile defenses, including all that were headed for Kyiv.


The Spin

Pro-Ukraine narrative

As it has done throughout the war, Russia continues to deliberately target Ukraine's civilian population as well as the energy infrastructure they rely on. Russian terrorism must be stopped.

Pro-Russia narrative

Russia has repeatedly said that it does not target civilians. All strikes are directed at military targets, including military warehouses, fuel depots, and training facilities.


Metaculus Prediction


Establishment split

CRITICAL

PRO

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