Russia Ukraine Exchange Strikes Intensifying Aerial War

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At least seven people were killed across Ukraine on Saturday as Russia intensified its aerial attacks, officials reported. Russian missiles, glide bombs, and drones struck residential areas in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions, causing casualties and damage. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged stronger international responses to Russia's escalating brutality. Meanwhile, Ukrainian long-range drones targeted Russian oil refineries in the Krasnodar region, killing three people. The ongoing conflict shows no signs of a diplomatic breakthrough despite years of efforts.