Russia warned foreigners to leave Kyiv and stated plans for systematic strikes on the city, according to corroborated reports from Indian, Qatari, and Western sources. Between May 25 and May 26, France24 reported that Russia launched drones and missiles at Ukraine, while the Hindu reported that Russia launched scores of drones and missiles over the weekend. The Hindu also reported that Russian strikes on Kyiv killed four people and wounded dozens. France24 reported that Russia told residents to avoid military and government facilities. European allies criticized Russia’s request for foreign nationals to leave Kyiv, according to France24. Ukraine’s foreign ministry said Russia’s threat to strike Kyiv was not novel, as reported by France24. According to Bluesky, Russia’s strikes on Kyiv are intended to demonstrate strength despite offensive failures and are described as violating the spirit of a ceasefire.