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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 NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· 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 Nashville
Nashville 's community has a significant number of residents with ties to Ukraine, and the recent escalation of attacks will likely resonate deeply with them. The city's churches and cultural organizations have been actively involved in supporting Ukrainian refugees and providing humanitarian aid. As the conflict continues to intensify, Nashville's residents can expect to see increased efforts to raise awareness and funds for those affected by the war. Local lawmakers may also face pressure to support policies that address the crisis, including providing military aid and economic support to Ukraine. The city's businesses and community groups may organize fundraising campaigns and charity events to help those impacted by the conflict, highlighting the strong sense of solidarity and compassion that exists within Nashville's community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
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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