Russia strikes Kyiv as three-day pause during US envoy visits ends

Russia resumed strikes on Kyiv after a three-day pause coinciding with US envoy visits, signaling a breakdown in the temporary lull. The US envoy expressed encouragement from talks, but a White House official indicated next steps will be announced in coming weeks, leaving the trajectory of negotiations uncertain. This escalation underscores the fragility of diplomatic efforts and the continued volatility of the conflict.