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Russia unleashes one of biggest ballistic missile attacks of the Ukraine war, Kyiv says
By Daria Tarasova-Markina, Victoria Butenko, Tim Lister at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 19, 2026
· 4 min read
Russia has launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks against Ukraine since launching its full-scale invasion more than four years ago.Ukraines air force said Moscow had launched a massive combined strike against Ukraine using attack UAVs and various types of air- and ground-launched m...
Key takeaway The enemy launched more than 40 missiles of various types most of them against the capital and 120 attack drones, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Why this matters in The Waco
The intense ballistic missile attack on Ukraine has significant implications for Waco residents with ties to the region. Many in the community have family and friends affected by the ongoing conflict, and the latest escalation will undoubtedly cause concern and anxiety for those with personal connections to Ukraine. The attack also serves as a reminder of the importance of international relations and diplomacy in preventing such conflicts from occurring in the first place. Locally, organizations and community groups that support refugees and immigrants from Ukraine may see an increase in demand for their services as the situation continues to unfold. Additionally, Waco's own emergency response systems and protocols may be reviewed and reassessed in light of the devastating effects of ballistic missile attacks, highlighting the need for effective warning systems and emergency preparedness measures.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Russia has launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks against Ukraine since launching its full-scale invasion more than four years ago.Ukraines air force said Moscow had launched a massive combined strike against Ukraine using attack UAVs and various types of air- and ground-launched m...
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