Russian drones kill nine in Ukraine as ceasefire negotiations stall

Russian drone attacks killed nine people in Ukraine after a temporary ceasefire expired, according to BBC reporting, signalling the resumption of intensive strikes on civilian infrastructure.

The attacks occurred as peace negotiations remain stalled without agreement on core terms. Ukrainian officials have faced pressure from Western allies to engage in ceasefire discussions, but substantive progress has been limited.

Russian forces continue targeting Ukrainian cities and critical infrastructure despite international calls for negotiated settlement. The resumption of drone strikes underscores the fragility of any temporary truces and the entrenched positions of both sides.