Cross-border strikes persist as US envoys arrive for peace talks

Cross-border military strikes between Russia and Ukraine persisted overnight despite ongoing diplomatic efforts involving US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Ukrainian emergency services reported at least one fatality and multiple injuries in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson following Russian drone and missile strikes. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone attacks were reported in Russia's Belgorod region and Sochi.

The continued fighting coincides with discussions on halting attacks on energy infrastructure. Following statements by US President Donald Trump regarding an agreement to protect energy targets, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky clarified that Kyiv would pause strikes on Russian energy infrastructure only if Western allies ensure Moscow's compliance. Media reports also indicated that select Ukrainian frontline units received orders to observe a temporary four-day pause in combat operations during the diplomatic talks.

Sources: Beta, CDM, Index, N1, Vijesti