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By Michelle Nichols

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) -Deadly missile and drone strikes on Ukraine "cast doubt on the seriousness of Russia’s desire for peace," the United States told the U.N. Security Council on Friday, warning that Washington could punish Moscow with economic measures if it continues the war.

"The United States calls on the Russian Federation to avoid these consequences by stopping the violence and engaging constructively to end the war," U.S. diplomat John Kelley told the 15-member council.

"Russia must decide now to move toward peace. The leaders of Russia and Ukraine must agree to meet bilaterally," he said.

Russia pounded Ukraine with deadly missiles and drone strikes early on Thursday in a sweeping attack. The strikes on Kyiv "cast doub

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