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Zelenskyy condemns 'horrific attacks' as Russian strikes kill 12 and wound 40 in Ukraine
By Hanna Arhirova And Barry Hatton, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
Russian missiles and drones killed at least 12 civilians and injured 40 others in Ukraine on Monday in what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described as “horrific attacks.”Since Russia launched its all-out invasion of its neighbor more than four years ago, its forces have conducted bombing in an ef...
Key takeaway A Russian missile targeting infrastructure struck the central city of Dnipro, killing six people and wounding 29, Dnipropetrovsk regional head Oleksandr Hanzha said.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents with ties to Ukraine, the latest news of Russian strikes killing civilians and destroying infrastructure is a stark reminder of the human cost of war. Many in the Houston area, including Montgomery County, have family and friends affected by the conflict, and the ongoing violence is a source of concern and anxiety. As the war drags on, local communities are coming together to support Ukrainian refugees and provide aid to those affected. The impact of the war is also being felt in the local economy, with some businesses in the Magnolia area having ties to Ukraine or being owned by Ukrainian immigrants. As the international community responds to the crisis, Magnolia residents are watching closely, hoping for a resolution to the conflict and an end to the suffering of innocent civilians. The local Ukrainian community is likely to continue playing an important role in raising awareness and supporting relief efforts.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Russian missiles and drones killed at least 12 civilians and injured 40 others in Ukraine on Monday in what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described as “horrific attacks.”Since Russia launched its all-out invasion of its neighbor more than four years ago, its forces have conducted bombing in an ef...
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