‘No Rules Now’: Putin Orders Civilian Attacks, Zelensky Says
Putin’s order to strip away war rules risks civilian attacks on Kyiv, sparking global alarm.
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Putin has instructed Russia’s top generals to discard the established rules of war, a directive Zelensky says is aimed at civilian targets in Kyiv. The order, reported by the Financial Times and echoed in Kyiv Post, marks a stark departure from prior military protocols and raises immediate danger for the city’s residents.
Ukrainian civilians, already under siege, now face the prospect of direct attacks as the president warns the strikes are intended to force mass evacuation. Coverage stresses that Zelensky’s warning follows a pattern of intensified Russian strikes, and analysts will monitor whether the Kremlin’s “no rules” policy translates into increased bombardment of non‑military sites.
International observers and diplomatic channels are expected to respond as the situation unfolds, making further escalation the next focal point.
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Russia Wants to Force Kyiv Residents Out of Capital, Zelensky SaysKyiv Post · 5h ago
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Zelenskyy on Russian strikes on Kyiv: They want Ukrainians to leave the capitalpravda.com.ua · 5h ago
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Putin Humiliated as His Desperate Order Is ExposedThe Daily Beast · 5h ago
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Putin has told military leaders to abandon rules of war, Zelenskyy saysFinancial Times · 5h ago
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‘No Rules Now’: Putin Orders Civilian Attacks, Zelensky SaysKyiv Post · 5h ago
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What did Putin allegedly order according to the reports?
He told military leaders to abandon the established rules of war.
How did President Zelensky respond to the alleged order?
He said the directive signals intent to target civilians in Kyiv and aims to force residents to leave the capital.
Which outlets reported on this development?
The Financial Times, Kyiv Post, Pravda.com.ua and The Daily Beast carried the story.
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