In brief
In the days following Russia’s announcement to restart peace negotiations, a new wave of missile attacks raged across Kyiv, marking the latest escalation in the war. President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Russian forces of launching the strikes with a derisive label of "humanitarians," echoing comments from US envoy Steve Witkoff who had recently branded President Vladimir Putin a humanitarian in a St Petersburg meeting. Despite the questions, Moscow stated it was “ready in principle” to resume talks with Kyiv and the United States. The BBC’s Dan Johnson reported from the scene of a destroyed retail park, underscoring the civilian toll of the latest bombardment. The attacks have reignited calls from Ukrainian officials and Western allies for an immediate ceasefire while diplomatic efforts continue.
Ukraine Faces New Missile Strikes as Russia Opens Path to Peace Talks
Hours after Moscow announced its willingness to resume peace negotiations, the Ukrainian capital was hit by a fresh wave of missile strikes that left several civilian structures in ruin.
President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack as “humanitarian” and said the Russian forces were sending a clear message of hostility. This accusation echoes the earlier remarks from U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, who had described President Vladimir Putin as a humanitarian during a meeting in St Petersburg.
Despite the ongoing fire, Russian officials expressed that they were “ready in principle” to resume peace talks with both Kiev and the United States, a stance that has drawn sharp critiques from Ukraine and its Western allies.
On the ground, BBC reporter Dan Johnson documented the destruction of a retail park, underscoring the civilian toll of the latest escalation. Images show cracked storefronts and shattered windows, a stark reminder of the war’s impact on everyday life.
International observers are calling for a swift ceasefire while diplomatic channels remain open. The situation remains fluid, with actors on all sides closely monitoring each subsequent move.
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