US Defense Official: Russia Advances Near Kyiv, Fires 160 Missiles

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyunjung] A senior U.S. Department of Defense official stated on the 24th (local time) that Russian forces are advancing near Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.

On the same day, CNN cited the official, reporting that the Russian government continues to send troops to Ukraine. The official said, "Russia has launched more than 160 missiles in total," adding, "Most of them are short-range ballistic missiles, but some include medium-range and cruise missiles."

However, the official mentioned, "(These missiles) are not seen as pushing further into the West."

Regarding reports that Russian forces have secured control of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, the official said they could not confirm this.

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