Russian Attacks Continue Unabated Ahead of Peace Talks, Raising Alarms for Global Stability

In the shadow of planned peace negotiations, Russian military aggression in Ukraine escalated overnight, leaving a tragic toll: a child killed and at least 24 wounded across multiple cities. Despite President Vladimir Putin’s public willingness to engage in talks, his actions tell a different story—one where violence continues unabated to pressure Kyiv and undermine any genuine path to peace.Can Diplomacy Survive Amid Relentless Aggression?While delegations from Russia and Ukraine prepare for their third round of direct talks, scheduled likely in Istanbul as before, the reality on the ground paints a grim picture. The prior meetings led only to prisoner exchanges—not...