Ukraine Under Fire: Zelenskyy Supports US-Russia Summit Amidst Deadly Drone Attacks

Ukraine Faces Renewed Russian Drone Attacks; Zelenskyy Backs Summit with US and Russia June 3, 2025 - Overnight, Russia launched a wave of Shahed drone attacks targeting Odesa, Chernihiv, and Kharkiv regions in Ukraine, resulting in casualties and significant damage to infrastructure. This escalation follows a period of relative calm and comes as negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are ongoing. "Russia continues its barbaric attacks on civilian areas," stated a Ukrainian official, referring to the destruction caused by the drone strikes. Images from the affected areas show buildings reduced to rubble and widespread devastation. The attacks underscore the ongoing volatility of the conflict and the continued threat to civilian populations. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his support for a proposed summit between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, an idea put forward by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The proposed meeting aims to facilitate further discussions and potentially de-escalate the conflict. Adding another layer of intrigue, former US President Donald Trump has stated he would not rule out participation in such a summit. Adding to the diplomatic efforts, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators held a private meeting in Istanbul before formal talks. The details of this meeting remain undisclosed, but it highlights the behind-the-scenes efforts to find a resolution to the conflict. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that the estimated losses of the Russian military in the war against Ukraine have exceeded 990,000 troops.