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Russian Missile Strike Kills Four Amid Diplomatic Tensions

12/2/2025

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Zelensky Faces Challenges

A Russian missile attack on Dnipro, Ukraine, killed four people and injured 40.
The strike involved a ballistic missile and occurred on Monday before U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff met President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Diplomatic talks continue, but disagreements persist over Ukraine's territorial integrity and security guarantees.
President Volodymyr Zelensky faces challenges amid corruption scandal as his chief of staff resigned after a raid, though no wrongdoing has been alleged.

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Zelensky Defends Sovereignty

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasizes Ukraine's sovereignty and security guarantees, rejecting rewards for Russian aggression.
Zelenskyy hopes to discuss with U.S. President Donald Trump after Steve Witkoff's return from Russia.
French President Emmanuel Macron notes ongoing peace talks and Russia's obstruction of ceasefire proposals.
Macron praises European sanctions as a potential turning point for Russia's economy.
Macron says the European Union monitors corruption investigations in Ukraine and remains accountable.

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Zelensky Faces Challenges

A Russian missile attack on Dnipro, Ukraine, killed four people and injured 40.
The strike involved a ballistic missile and occurred on Monday before U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff met President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Diplomatic talks continue, but disagreements persist over Ukraine's territorial integrity and security guarantees.
President Volodymyr Zelensky faces challenges amid corruption scandal as his chief of staff resigned after a raid, though no wrongdoing has been alleged.

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