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Zelensky Reports Russian Strikes on Kyiv Data Center
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that Russian forces launched two strikes on a data center in Kyiv on September 27, 2026. The attacks targeted critical infrastructure, raising concerns about the impact on Ukraine's digital security and communication networks. The incident underscores the intensifying conflict and the strategic targeting of infrastructure by Russian forces.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that Russian forces struck a data center in Kyiv twice this morning. The attacks, which occurred around 10:00 AM local time, were confirmed by multiple Ukrainian media outlets. The data center, located in the capital, is a key node for government and civilian communications. The strikes have raised alarms about the vulnerability of Ukraine's digital infrastructure to targeted attacks.
The exact location and scale of the damage were not immediately disclosed, but officials warned of potential disruptions to critical services. Zelensky's statement came amid ongoing Russian military operations in eastern and southern Ukraine, with the focus shifting to strategic infrastructure as part of a broader campaign to weaken Ukraine's resilience. The incident has prompted calls for increased international support for Ukraine's cybersecurity and infrastructure protection efforts.
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