Russia carried out one of its largest drone assaults on Kyiv in recent weeks overnight, according to Ukrainian officials, who said air defenses intercepted most of the more than 100 drones launched at the capital and surrounding areas.

Authorities said the attack caused damage in multiple locations, adding to the strain on residents already facing repeated waves of Russian strikes. Emergency crews responded across the city as officials assessed the aftermath and worked to contain fires and debris from downed drones.

The assault came as diplomatic efforts to restart peace negotiations showed little momentum. So far, there has been no sign of progress toward talks that could slow the fighting, leaving civilians in Ukraine exposed to continued bombardment.

The latest strike underscores how Russia’s air campaign remains a central part of the war, even as international pressure for a negotiated settlement continues. For Kyiv residents, the pattern has become familiar: overnight alarms, shattered infrastructure, and another reminder that the conflict remains far from resolution.