Russia Launches Massive Attack on Ukraine Amid Trump Peace Efforts
At least 8 killed as US-Russia negotiations continue
Russia conducted its largest aerial assault on Ukraine in nearly a year, killing at least eight people and injuring over 70 with more than 200 missiles and drones. The attack targeted multiple Ukrainian cities, with significant damage to residential buildings in Kyiv where two children remain missing. Ukrainian forces reportedly intercepted over 110 of the incoming projectiles using US-made F-16 and French Mirage fighter jets.
The massive strike occurred shortly after President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as being the primary obstacle to peace negotiations. Trump's comments came in response to Zelensky rejecting a proposal for Ukraine to recognize Russian sovereignty over Crimea. The timing has raised questions about Russia's commitment to diplomatic solutions as negotiations continue.
KEY POINTS
- •Russia launches 200+ missiles at Ukraine
- •Attack follows Trump criticism of Zelensky
- •US envoy heading to Moscow for talks
The Trump administration has been working to broker a peace deal before a self-imposed 100-day deadline that expires next week. Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to visit Moscow for a fourth round of negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. The administration's peace efforts have faced challenges as fighting continues on the ground.
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