Russia and Ukraine Exchange Drone Strikes as Ceasefire Proposal Discussed

Both nations report extensive aerial attacks hours after U.S. envoy meets with Russian President Putin to explore a temporary truce.

Ukraine reports shooting down 130 Russian drones out of 178 launched overnight, with 38 drones lost from tracking without causing damage.
Russia claims it intercepted 126 Ukrainian drones targeting various regions, including Volgograd, Belgorod, and Bryansk.
A fire broke out near a Lukoil oil refinery in Volgograd after falling drone debris, though no casualties were reported.
Russian airports in Volgograd and Saratov temporarily suspended flights due to the drone activity.
The attacks occurred shortly after discussions between Russian President Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff regarding a proposed 30-day ceasefire.