Russia and Ukraine exchange overnight strikes ahead of US peace envoy visits

Russia and Ukraine continued mutual overnight strikes despite scheduled visits from United States envoys to Kyiv and Moscow to discuss potential peace frameworks. Russian bombardments targeting multiple Ukrainian regions, including Zaporizhzhia and Kherson, left several civilians dead and injured. Ukrainian forces also reported hitting a Russian oil refinery alongside targets in Belgorod and Sochi.

The military escalation follows statements from US President Donald Trump claiming both nations pledged to pause attacks on energy facilities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy clarified that Kyiv would halt such strikes only if Western allies ensure Russia stops targeting Ukraine’s energy, logistics, and food infrastructure. Meanwhile, European leaders condemned a recent Russian strike near the Polish border as an attempt to divide European allies.

Sources: Avaz, Beta, CDM, N1, Vijesti