New round of Ukraine peace talks announced amid ongoing Russian strikes

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that a new round of peace negotiations between Russian, American, and Ukrainian officials is scheduled for next week. While Moscow did not confirm the specific location, sources indicate a proposed three-day meeting in Miami starting Monday, following previous rounds held in Abu Dhabi. Meanwhile, Russian attacks across Ukraine killed six people, including three siblings in Kramatorsk and one person in the port city of Odessa. The Ukrainian Air Force reported the launch of 154 drones and one missile, causing severe damage to critical energy infrastructure. Additionally, Peskov stated that while Moscow and Washington are discussing bilateral trade and economic cooperation, significant progress is unlikely until the conflict is resolved. The Kremlin declined to comment on reports that a Russian strike hit the Druzhba pipeline, which allegedly halted oil flows to Eastern Europe. These events highlight the contrast between diplomatic efforts and the intensification of hostilities on the ground.