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War & Conflict2h 7m ago

A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber plane crashed in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training flight, while President Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately targeting a historic cathedral in Kyiv, and the EU approved new sanctions against individuals and entities supporting Russia's war.

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Siberia, Irkutsk region, Kyiv, Ukraine, European Union

Who
Russian Defence Ministry, Volodymyr Zelensky, Maira Butt, Kaja Kallas, Vladimir Saldo
What
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber plane crashed in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training flight, while President Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately targeting a historic cathedral in Kyiv, and the EU approved new sanctions against individuals and entities supporting Russia's war.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:41:14 GMT · 2h 7m ago
Where
Siberia, Irkutsk region, Kyiv, Ukraine, European Union ·
Why
The bomber crash occurred during a training flight, the Kyiv monastery was hit by Russian airstrikes, and the EU imposed sanctions in response to Russia's war efforts.
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How this affects you

The bomber crash highlights potential issues with Russian military equipment, while the targeting of a historic site in Kyiv escalates tensions and international condemnation, and new EU sanctions aim to further pressure Russia's economy and military capabilities.

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  1. War & Conflict2h 7m ago
    A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber plane crashed in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training flight, while President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately targeting a historic cathedral in Kyiv.
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    A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber plane crashed in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training flight, while President Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately targeting a historic cathedral in Kyiv, and the EU approved new sanctions against individuals and entities supporting Russia's war.
  3. War & Conflict3h 7m ago
    Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones during an overnight attack on Ukraine, killing at least 11 people and injuring dozens more, while also setting part of a historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze on Monday.
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  4. War & Conflict3h 7m ago
    Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine, killing at least 11 people and setting part of a historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze on Monday.
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