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Russia launches largest drone attack on Ukraine's capital

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A firefighter works at a tobacco factory damaged during Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, May 28, 2023. [Reuters]

Russia hit Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, overnight with the largest drone attack on the city since the start of the war. The attack came as Kyiv prepared to celebrate the anniversary of its founding on Sunday. Mayor Vitali Klitscho said one person was killed.

Ukraine's air force said it downed more than 50 drones, but it was not immediately clear whether all the drones were over Kyiv or around the country.

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