Russia launches massive attacks across Ukraine, killing at least nine

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The bombardment included strikes on Kyiv and Kharkiv, while Ukrainian officials reported casualties and damage across multiple regions. The escalation followed a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, after which Kremlin officials indicated that U.S.-brokered negotiations could resume next month—the first such talks since February. Ukraine also reported a large Russian assault, while Russia said Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow and other areas, underscoring the continuing reciprocal attacks and the widening gap between diplomatic efforts and battlefield conditions.

Sources: Associated Press, BBC News, Euronews, Democracy Now