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Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine; Kyiv attacks Moscow region
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: RON POPESKI, PAVEL POLITYUK and FELIX LIGHT Reuters , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 16, 2026
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Key takeaway Overnight airstrikes were launched by Russia, targeting Ukrainian sites.
A recent development in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been reported. Overnight airstrikes were launched by Russia, targeting Ukrainian sites. Two people were killed in an attack on a steel plant in Kryvyi Rih.
Kyiv retaliated with a drone attack on the Moscow region. The attack resulted in one fatality and damage to a warehouse. The warehouse belonged to a major Russian e-commerce company.
Further details on the attacks are available from the Waco Tribune-Herald. The report provides information on the recent escalation of violence between Russia and Ukraine, including the airstrikes and drone attack.
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Published: August 16, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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