Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as peace efforts falter

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The continued attacks underscore the fragility of diplomatic efforts to end the war. The escalation comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engages with U.S. and European officials, while Washington presses for renewed negotiations; reports also indicate Russian strikes killed nine people in Ukraine. Prospects for a November dialogue remain uncertain because the two sides have not bridged their differences over territory and security arrangements.[2][3][7]

Sources: Reuters, Business Standard, Jagran Josh