The Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, one of Ukraine's most historically significant monasteries, caught fire during intensive Russian missile attacks on the Ukrainian capital overnight. According to France 24, while the cause remains uncertain, initial reports suggest the building did not sustain a direct missile strike—leaving open whether the fire resulted from broader bombardment or a separate incident. The damage to the centuries-old spiritual and cultural landmark underscores the mounting toll of the conflict on Ukrainian heritage.

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