Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin says it cannot achieve goals through ‘diplomatic means’; vows to continue special operation

The Kremlin stated diplomatic solutions in Ukraine are currently unachievable as Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack. Overnight barrage involved 550 weapons, marking the largest aerial strike since the invasion began. Kyiv residents reported unprecedented explosions, highlighting the intensity of the assault on civilian areas despite air defenses intercepting many projectiles.