Intensified Fighting and Diplomatic Strains Define Russia-Ukraine Conflict on Day 1,092

Russian forces escalate attacks on Ukrainian cities as global diplomatic efforts to end the war raise concerns over Kyiv's exclusion from critical negotiations.

Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine, targeting Odesa and leaving 160,000 residents without power, heat, and water in freezing temperatures.
Ukrainian forces reported shooting down 106 Russian drones, while 56 others failed to reach their targets, showcasing ongoing air defense challenges.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized the U.S.-Russia peace talks in Saudi Arabia for excluding Kyiv, warning of potential risks to Ukraine's interests.
Russian guided bombings and airstrikes caused civilian casualties in Kupiansk, Kostiantynivka, and Kherson, further damaging critical infrastructure.
The European Union proposed new sanctions on Russia and increased military aid to Ukraine, while discussions of a European 'reassurance force' gained traction.