Russia strikes Kyiv and Kharkiv as peace talks continue
Ukraine says Russia launched a major drone-and-missile assault on Kyiv and Kharkiv during U.S.-backed talks in Abu Dhabi, worsening outages and undercutting diplomatic efforts.
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Russia launched a large drone-and-missile attack on Ukraine’s two biggest cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv, as U.S.-led tripartite negotiations involving Ukrainian and Russian representatives continued in Abu Dhabi.
Ukrainian officials characterized the strikes as an attempt to sabotage diplomacy. The Guardian reported widespread infrastructure impacts, including power disruptions during freezing temperatures, alongside casualties and injuries.
Despite the strikes, the diplomatic track continued, with officials signaling openness to further rounds of talks, even as territorial demands remained a central sticking point.
- Event date referenced in coverage: January 24, 2026
- Locations hit: Kyiv and Kharkiv
- Context: Peace talks in Abu Dhabi alongside continued military escalation