Russia and Ukraine exchange strikes as US envoys arrive for peace talks

Russia and Ukraine continued reciprocal overnight strikes despite scheduled visits from American envoys arriving to discuss peace proposals. Russian forces launched missile and drone attacks across several Ukrainian regions, including Zaporizhzhia and Kherson, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Concurrently, Ukrainian strikes targeted Russian positions, including an oil refinery alongside locations in Sochi and Belgorod.

The ongoing hostilities coincide with conflicting diplomatic claims. US President Donald Trump stated both nations agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized Kyiv would comply only if Western allies ensure Moscow stops targeting Ukrainian energy, supply lines, and food networks. Meanwhile, reports indicated both leaders had pledged to suspend attacks on their respective capitals during negotiator visits.

Sources: Avaz, Beta, CDM, N1, Vijesti