The timing of the strikes has drawn particular attention, as the U.S. delegation had just concluded meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as part of Washington’s efforts to move peace negotiations forward.
The American representatives had also held discussions in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin before traveling to Kyiv.
Ukrainian officials expressed concern over the renewed attacks, calling on international partners to increase pressure on Moscow and strengthen Ukraine’s air defense capabilities.
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts to find a path toward ending the war remain uncertain, with major disagreements between the sides continuing.
The latest developments have once again raised questions about whether meaningful progress toward peace is possible while attacks on Ukrainian cities continue.