Moscow weighs a revised United States proposal while fresh strikes hit Ukrainian regions and political tensions rise
The Russia Ukraine war saw another escalation as overnight drone attacks injured civilians and pushed fighting deeper into contested territory. At least 19 Ukrainians were wounded in Russian drone strikes on the Zaporizhzhia area, where tens of thousands of Russian troops continue their advance toward the southeastern front.
Ukraine says it supports the essence of a revised United States peace plan, which aims to outline a potential path toward ending the war. The proposal is being discussed as President Donald Trump sends special envoy Steve Witkoff to Moscow for direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The diplomatic developments unfolded alongside rising criticism from Moscow. Russia’s Foreign Ministry accused European politicians and media of attempting to undermine US efforts to reach a settlement for Ukraine. According to officials in Moscow, these attempts reflect growing divisions among Western partners over how the conflict should end.
Meanwhile, the military front remains active. Russia’s Defence Ministry reported intercepting 33 Ukrainian drones targeting the Belgorod, Voronezh, Lipetsk and Bryansk regions. The ministry said the strikes were foiled before they could cause major damage, though tensions remain high along the cross-border zones.
These latest incidents highlight how the Russia Ukraine war is being shaped by simultaneous military pressure and shifting diplomatic initiatives. As Washington pushes for negotiations and Moscow signals openness to reviewing the updated proposal, both sides continue to exchange heavy fire across multiple regions.
While political leaders debate the future of the conflict, civilians on both sides remain caught in the middle. The growing number of drone attacks reflects an environment where technological warfare, political posturing and humanitarian concerns are tightly intertwined.
As global attention turns back to the battlefield and diplomatic corridors, the coming weeks will determine whether renewed dialogue can slow the violence or whether the conflict intensifies further.
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