Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukrainian energy facilities, causing significant damage across the country.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for a halt to aerial and naval attacks on critical infrastructure as the first step towards peace.
He emphasized that Ukraine has wanted peace from the start of the war.
Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed the strikes targeted energy facilities supporting Ukraine’s military efforts.
At least 58 missiles and nearly 200 drones were launched, hitting facilities from Kharkiv to Ternopil, with significant damage and fires reported.
The Kremlin rejected any temporary ceasefire in response to Zelenskyy's peace proposals.
Zelenskyy’s call for a ceasefire was supported by his allies, including Turkish President Erdogan, who backed a ceasefire as a confidence-building measure.
U.S. and Ukrainian officials plan to meet to discuss a potential ceasefire, with talks expected in Saudi Arabia.
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