The ceasefire, which began at 3:00 a.m. local time and is set to last until Saturday, aims to allow humanitarian aid to reach residents in Oleshky, a city suffering from severe shortages. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Russia launched 16 ballistic missiles and 280 drones targeting major urban areas, particularly focusing on the energy sector and logistics.
This escalation of attacks underscores the ongoing conflict and the challenges facing peace negotiations. As the U.S. prepares for trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia, both sides express a willingness to negotiate, contingent on security guarantees.
Additionally, reports indicate that Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to engage in discussions with Finland and Norway regarding a potential peace agreement, signaling a complex diplomatic landscape ahead