Russian forces continue to escalate the conflict with Ukraine, with multiple attacks reported in various regions on Wednesday. Moscow claimed to have intercepted and destroyed 23 Ukrainian drones, recaptured a village held by Ukrainian troops, and launched air and artillery strikes on Ukrainian soldiers inside Russian territory. Ukrainian forces retaliated by attacking Russian energy facilities and destroying military buildings, causing casualties on both sides.
Despite ongoing violence, the United States reiterated its commitment to holding Russia accountable for any ceasefire violations. The US Ambassador to the UN warned of consequences for negotiations made in bad faith. Meanwhile, talks between Russia and the US regarding the restoration of their embassies are set to resume, with delegations led by high-ranking officials from both countries.
On the diplomatic front, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy revealed that his troops had engaged Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia, leading to the detention of two Chinese nationals as prisoners of war. China’s involvement in the conflict drew criticism from Ukrainian officials, who summoned their charge d’affaires to explain the situation.
In a show of solidarity, Belgium announced a substantial aid package of 1 billion euros for Ukraine, with plans to continue supporting the country annually. The US Secretary of Defense will also be participating in a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, highlighting ongoing international efforts to address the crisis in Ukraine.
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