Ukraine condemns Russian missile and drone attack that killed two after US envoys depart

Kyiv condemned Moscow on Tuesday after Russia launched a large‑scale missile and drone strike that killed at least two people, saying the assault came just hours after a weekend visit by U.S. envoys to both capitals. The envoys had traveled to Kyiv and Moscow in an effort to revive stalled negotiations aimed at ending the five‑year conflict, and Ukrainian officials described the attack as a direct challenge to the diplomatic initiative.

The coordinated strike, which targeted civilian infrastructure in several Ukrainian cities, underscored the fragile security situation even as international mediators seek a cease‑fire framework. Ukrainian authorities called for an urgent reaffirmation of the United Nations’ calls for a peaceful resolution, while the United States reiterated its commitment to supporting dialogue between the parties. The incident highlights the difficulty of advancing negotiations while hostilities continue on the ground.