Russia and Ukraine Resume Talks to Halt Energy Strikes

Preliminary negotiations mediated by Qatar aim to reduce attacks on energy infrastructure, signaling a potential de-escalation.

Talks between Russia and Ukraine are in early stages, focusing on stopping airstrikes on each other's energy facilities.
The discussions follow a previous attempt in August that was disrupted by Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region.
Half of Ukraine's power capacity has been destroyed or seized due to Russian attacks, causing severe energy shortages.
Ukrainian officials claim a recent reduction in attacks on energy infrastructure as part of an informal understanding.
Any agreement on energy facilities could pave the way for broader peace talks, despite ongoing military tensions.