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Russia's Missile Barrage on Ukraine's Power Grid Claims Lives Amid Winter Fears

Police investigators inspect debris at a site of a dormitory building heavily damaged during an overnight Russian missile and drone strikes, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Zaporizhzhia. Russia launched a devastating overnight assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, killing three civilians, including a seven-year-old girl, and triggering widespread power outages across the country. The attack, which involved hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles, targeted critical energy facilities in multiple regions, including Zaporizhzhia and Vinnystia. Ukrainian officials described the strikes as part of a deliberate campaign to cripple the country’s power supply ahead of the harsh winter months. Two men were killed in Zaporizhzhia, while the young girl died from injuries sustained in Vinnystia. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko condemned the strikes, stating, “Its goal is to plunge Ukraine into darkness. Ours is to preserve the light.” She called for increased international suppor...

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Russia's Conditions for US Talks on Ukraine: A Path to Diplomacy?

 

Russia has recently outlined its demands for potential negotiations with the United States regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. According to sources, Moscow has presented a list of conditions aimed at ending the war and resetting relations with Washington. These demands include barring Ukraine from NATO membership, prohibiting the deployment of foreign troops in Ukraine, and recognizing Russia's claims over Crimea and four Ukrainian provinces.

The discussions between Russian and American officials reportedly took place over the past three weeks, both in-person and virtually. While the exact details of the demands remain unclear, they are said to align with Russia's long-standing positions on NATO's eastward expansion and the "root causes" of the conflict.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed openness to a 30-day ceasefire as a preliminary step toward broader peace talks. However, concerns persist among U.S. officials and experts that Russia might use such a truce to further its strategic objectives.

The situation remains fluid, with both sides exploring the possibility of diplomacy while navigating complex geopolitical dynamics. Whether these talks will lead to a resolution or further entrench existing divisions remains to be seen.

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