Russia Launches Extensive Drone and Missile Strikes Across Ukraine Amid Ongoing Peace Talks
Russia conducted a large-scale drone and missile assault on Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure and coinciding with U.S.-mediated peace negotiations.
Russia executed a significant drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, deploying 653 drones and 51 missiles, according to Ukraine's air force. Ukrainian defenses intercepted 585 drones and 30 missiles, but 29 locations were struck, resulting in at least eight injuries.
The assault targeted energy infrastructure, causing temporary power loss at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, as reported by the International Atomic Energy Agency. Additionally, a drone strike damaged the train station in Fastiv, Kyiv region.
These attacks occurred amid ongoing diplomatic discussions in Florida between U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Ukrainian negotiators Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov. The talks aim to establish a security framework for postwar Ukraine, with progress contingent on Russia's commitment to long-term peace.
In response, Ukrainian forces reportedly targeted Russia's Ryazan Oil Refinery, aligning with Kyiv's strategy to disrupt Russian oil revenues. Russian officials also reported intercepting Ukrainian drones over their territory.
As the conflict approaches its fourth winter, both nations continue military operations while engaging in fragile diplomatic efforts.
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