Russian Strikes Kill Six in Ukraine as Diplomacy Eyes Energy Truce

A family of three was among those killed in escalating attacks, while talks in Saudi Arabia aim to address energy infrastructure ceasefire.

Russian drone and missile strikes on Friday night claimed six lives across Ukraine, including three in Zaporizhzhia, two in Sumy, and one in Donetsk.
A family of three, including a 14-year-old girl, was killed in a drone strike in Zaporizhzhia, which also injured 12 others, including a nine-month-old baby.
Ukraine announced it has recovered 4,306 prisoners of war since 2022, with a recent exchange facilitated by discussions between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
Negotiations are set for Monday in Saudi Arabia, focusing on a potential limited truce targeting energy infrastructure, but broader ceasefire agreements remain contentious.
Ukraine claims to have shot down 100 of the 179 drones launched by Russia in a recent nighttime attack, highlighting the ongoing intensity of the conflict.