Five killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as US envoys arrive in Moscow

Kyiv’s military command announced that Ukrainian armed forces will observe a three‑day cease‑fire, a measure timed to coincide with the arrival of a United States diplomatic delegation in Moscow. The pause in combat operations is intended to create a more stable environment for the high‑level talks, which are expected to address security cooperation and the broader conflict in Ukraine.

The U.S. envoys, whose visit to the Russian capital precedes a scheduled trip to Kyiv, will meet Russian officials before proceeding to the Ukrainian capital to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts. Ukrainian authorities indicated that the temporary cessation of hostilities is meant to facilitate these discussions and reduce the risk of escalation during the sensitive diplomatic window.