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Russia-Ukraine Talks Struggle as Ceasefire Violations and Drone Strikes Persist

Efforts to halt infrastructure attacks falter despite U.S.-brokered agreements, while European leaders push for a peacekeeping force.

A view of smoke rising from Engels airbase, in the course of Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Engels, Saratov Region, Russia,
Image from June 28, 2018 shows Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin during the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan.
A view shows Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant from the bank of Kakhovka Reservoir near the town of Nikopol after the Nova Kakhovka dam breached, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukraine June 16, 2023. REUTERS/Alina Smutko/File Photo

Overview

  • Donald Trump's mediation efforts have led to partial ceasefire agreements, but both Russia and Ukraine continue aerial attacks, undermining progress.
  • Ukraine launched a drone strike on a Russian airbase, while Russia targeted Ukrainian civilian and energy infrastructure, causing significant damage and casualties.
  • European leaders are advancing plans for a peacekeeping force, though Russia opposes NATO involvement, and the U.S. has not committed to supporting the initiative militarily.
  • Trump proposed U.S. control of Ukrainian nuclear plants as part of a broader ceasefire deal, but Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has pushed back on the idea.
  • Negotiations are set to continue in Saudi Arabia next week, with discussions focusing on limiting energy strikes and potential resource agreements.