When questioned about a potential contradiction between Moscow’s public aim to advance in peace talks and the attack, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov informed reporters that while both parties continued their assaults on each other, Russia remained committed to accomplishing its objectives through diplomacy.

One of the biggest attacks on Kyiv in months, mayor says

According to Ukraine’s air force, they successfully intercepted 563 out of 598 drones and 26 out of 31 missiles fired by Russia in a nationwide offensive. Hits were noted at 13 different sites, with debris falling at 26 locations.

Ukrainian officials listed numerous buildings that had suffered damage, including several high-rise apartment blocks.

Emergency crews are tackling the aftermath of the attacks at more than 20 sites in the capital, he said.

Ukrainian attacks on Russia also continue