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A man looks at residential house destroyed in a Russian missile strike on Kyiv, Ukraine, Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.
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Russia has launched a nighttime missile barrage on Kyiv while its military says it intercepted more than 800 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow and other Russian cities. The attacks dampen hopes for peace talks. Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed “in principle” to resume negotiations with Ukraine and the U.S. but no date is set. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday reported deadly attacks across 12 regions with Kyiv enduring significant damage. Ukraine is bracing for winter as Russia targets its power grid. A U.S. envoy faced criticism for flattering Putin which highlights ongoing tensions and challenges in reaching a resolution.
