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Russia Destroys 12 Million Books in Ukraine Ahead of School Year

Russian strikes on printing presses and publishing houses in Ukraine destroyed 12 million books, targeting cultural infrastructure. Ukraine accuses Russia of a deliberate campaign to erase national identity. Russia denies the allegations.

Russian forces conducted strikes on printing presses and publishing houses across Ukraine, resulting in the destruction of 12 million books. The attacks occurred ahead of Ukraine's first week back at school, disrupting educational resources. Ukrainian officials claim the strikes are part of a broader strategy to undermine Ukrainian culture and national identity. Russia has denied these accusations, stating the attacks were not targeted at cultural institutions.

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IndependentVijestiAug 31, 10:38 AM
Russians destroyed 12 million books before the start of the school year in...

In a series of recent attacks, Russian forces targeted printing presses and publishing houses across Ukraine

IndependentDnevnikAug 31, 10:37 AM
Before the start of school, Russia bombards Ukrainian books, textbooks and printing presses

Russia has decided in recent weeks to attack very unusual targets in Ukraine. Among them are printing presses, publishing houses and book warehouses. Ukrainian representatives believe the attacks are not random. It is believed to be part of broader efforts to undermine Ukrainian national identity and culture. Russia denies the accusations.

PublicBritish Broadcasting CorporationAug 31, 09:01 AM
Russian strikes destroy 12 million books ahead of Ukraine's first week back at school

Ukraine says Russia is deliberately attacking its culture, after strikes on publishers and churches.

PublicBBC WorldAug 31, 09:01 AM
Russian strikes destroy 12 million books ahead of Ukraine's first week back at school - BBC

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