Ukraine Faces Intensified Russian Strikes and Talks of Peace Negotiations

As heavy fighting continues across multiple fronts, diplomatic tensions rise over halted U.S. aid and potential peace talks.

Ukraine reports over 100 clashes with Russian forces in the past day, with intense fighting in the Kharkiv, Kursk, and Donetsk regions.
Russian drone and missile attacks on Odesa have caused power outages, infrastructure damage, and civilian casualties, including the death of a 77-year-old man.
Ukraine's military struck Russian oil infrastructure, including facilities in Rostov and Samara, as part of its ongoing counteroffensive operations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine following a contentious meeting with President Zelenskyy, complicating efforts to secure frontline defenses.
Both Ukraine and Russia signal openness to peace talks, with Zelenskyy proposing initial steps like prisoner releases and ceasefires, but territorial concessions remain off the table.