Russia Hits Ukraine With Big Missile Attacks Ahead of Peace Talks

Missiles and drones damaged energy systems and injured civilians in Kyiv as Ukraine gets ready for important meetings with the U.S. and Russia.

Russia launched a massive wave of missile and drone attacks on Ukraine overnight. The strikes hit the capital city of Kyiv and other parts of the country. These attacks come at a very tense time. Ukraine is currently preparing for important upcoming talks with both the United States and Russia. Officials in Ukraine believe Russia is ramping up the violence on purpose to create pressure before those meetings happen. The attacks caused major problems for the people living there. Important parts of the energy grid were hit, leading to widespread power blackouts and trouble getting water. Emer…