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Zelensky Reports Russia Used Three Ballistic Missiles with Cluster Warheads in Attack on Kyiv
On October 22, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed Russia launched three ballistic missiles equipped with cluster warheads at Kyiv. The attack, reported by multiple outlets, occurred during ongoing hostilities in Ukraine.
Zelensky stated that Russia used three ballistic missiles with cluster warheads in an attack on Kyiv. The attack was reported by Ukrinform and The Jerusalem Post, both published on October 22, 2026. The attack was attributed to Russia, as stated by Zelensky, and occurred in the context of a broader military campaign by Russia in Ukraine. The two sources provided slightly different phrasing but confirmed the same event: Ukrinform noted the use of three missiles, while The Jerusalem Post described the attack as Russia hitting Kyiv with missiles carrying cluster warheads.
Where Sources Diverge
No significant divergences were reported between the sources.
ukrinform
Zelensky reported that Russia used three ballistic missiles with cluster warheads in an attack on Kyiv.
jpost
Zelensky stated that Russia hit Kyiv with missiles carrying cluster warheads.
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IndependentJerusalem PostOct 22, 05:16 PM
Russia hit Kyiv with missiles carrying cluster warheads, Volodymyr Zelensky says - The Jerusalem PostRussia hit Kyiv with missiles carrying cluster warheads, Volodymyr Zelensky says The Jerusalem Post
StateUkrinformOct 22, 05:15 PM
Zelensky: Russia used three ballistic missiles with cluster warheads in attack on Kyiv - UkrinformZelensky: Russia used three ballistic missiles with cluster warheads in attack on Kyiv Ukrinform