Ukraine Faces Escalating Russian Drone Strikes and Renewed Peace Efforts

Russian attacks intensify across Ukraine while international leaders push for cease-fire talks and military aid.

Russian forces have launched extensive drone and missile strikes across Ukraine, targeting civilian infrastructure in cities like Zaporizhzhya and Mykolayiv, resulting in casualties and significant damage.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for increased military aid, including additional Patriot air defense systems, amid reports of over 1,000 Russian projectiles used in the past week.
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to engage in peace talks, warning of potential new sanctions if the war continues, while also seeking support from allies like China.
Zelenskiy has proposed a 200,000-strong international peacekeeping force, emphasizing the necessity of U.S. involvement to ensure its effectiveness and prevent NATO divisions.
The conflict, nearing its third anniversary, continues to strain Russia's economy and military, with reports of high casualties and significant budgetary pressures.