# Live: Explosions shake Kyiv as US Congress advances new sanctions on Moscow

https://mins.news/en/item/61936

- France 24, 2026-09-17 02:08 UTC
- World
- Original: http://www.france24.com/en/europe/20260917-live-explosions-kyiv-us-congress-sanctions-moscow

> The US House passed a sweeping sanctions package targeting Russian officials and major parts of the economy, with lawmakers seeking to cut off the funds President Vladimir Putin needs to wage war against Ukraine. Explosions were heard across Kyiv overnight, as authorities issued a missile alert.

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