Four dead in Russian attack as diplomatic efforts to end Ukraine war continue

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete December 1, 2025 at 01:25 PM

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A Russian missile strike on Dnipro, Ukraine, on Monday killed four and injured 40, damaging an office block, cars, and shops. The attack occurred as diplomatic efforts to end the war continue. US special envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to meet with Vladimir Putin in Moscow for talks, following a meeting between a Ukrainian delegation and US officials in Florida. Despite these diplomatic efforts, significant differences remain between Russia and Ukraine, particularly regarding territorial concessions and Ukraine's future security arrangements. Volodymyr Zelensky is in Europe seeking support from France and Ireland amid concerns about shifting US positions and European exclusion from negotiations.

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Jared Kushner 40% Donald Trump 50% Marco Rubio ×260% Donbas region 70% Zelensky ×370% Steve Witkoff ×280% Ukraine ×580% Dnipro ×290% Russia ×490% Vladimir Putin ×4100%

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