Russian strikes hit Kyiv ahead of peace talks

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Russia said it targeted Ukrainian military-industrial, energy, and transport infrastructure, while Ukrainian reports described explosions, casualties, and disruptions to power and water services in Kyiv. The strikes raise immediate concerns about civilian safety and Ukraine’s energy resilience as winter approaches, while potentially complicating efforts to restart negotiations aimed at ending the war. The upcoming talks represent the fourth round brokered by the Trump administration, but territorial and security disagreements remain unresolved.

Sources: Reuters, AP, Euronews