Russia, Ukraine Trade Air Strikes Killing 17 as Putin Threatens Hits on Economic Targets
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Updated · Al Jazeera English · Aug 22
Russia, Ukraine Trade Air Strikes Killing 17 as Putin Threatens Hits on Economic Targets
3 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · Aug 22
Summary
At least 17 people were killed in a new wave of Russian and Ukrainian air attacks, with Russian strikes killing seven in Ukraine and Ukrainian attacks killing 10 in Russia and occupied territory.
Ukraine said it hit an oil refinery in Novokuibyshevsk, while Ozon halted work at a Samara logistics center after a strike, underscoring both sides' push to damage economic infrastructure far from the front.
Putin said Ukraine had opened a "Pandora's box" by targeting Russia's economy and warned Moscow's retaliation would be "far more painful" and destructive.
In Ukraine, the attacks came a day after a Russian drone strike on a Kryvyi Rih shopping center killed 16 and wounded more than 130, including 22 children.
France said it would speed missile and military deliveries to Ukraine, while Germany pledged $58 million in humanitarian aid and about $12 million more for energy and drone defenses.