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Ukrainian forces strike St Petersburg and Leningrad region

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Briefings

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Russian forces struck Ukraine's energy sector and residential areas in four regions on Saturday night, resulting in two deaths and 12 injuries. This event occurred on October 18, 2026, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Key points

• Russian forces targeted Ukraine's energy sector and residential buildings in four regions on Saturday night.
• Two people died and 12 others were injured in the attacks.

Context

This incident follows a pattern of Russian military operations against Ukraine's infrastructure and civilian areas, highlighting the ongoing nature of the conflict.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single statement from Zelenskyy regarding specific casualties and targets. No independent verification of the attack details or casualty figures is provided in the source.

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