Russian strikes on Kyiv resume as soon as Witkoff, Kushner peace talks end
Summary
Russian airstrikes on Kyiv resumed after a short pause during visits from President Donald Trump's envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff. The attacks killed at least two people, injured seven, and damaged buildings, while Kushner and Witkoff held talks aimed at finding a peace plan to end the conflict.Key Facts
- Russia paused airstrikes on Kyiv for several days while U.S. envoys met with leaders in Kyiv and Moscow.
- Russian strikes resumed on the morning of September 8, 2026, killing two people and injuring seven.
- Buildings and vehicles were damaged in multiple districts of Kyiv, with some people trapped in a residential building.
- Ukraine’s neighbor Poland took "preventive operations" during the attacks, leading to suspension of flights from Lublin Airport.
- Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff said their talks were meaningful and focused on finding ways to survive the winter and work toward peace.
- President Donald Trump said the envoys carried a peace proposal and expressed hope for a positive outcome.
- A Russian official confirmed the U.S. envoys presented ideas for settling the conflict but gave no details.
- The war has lasted more than four and a half years, with ongoing efforts to negotiate a solution.
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