Russia Escalates Conflict in Ukraine with Drone Attacks on Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Donetsk Amid NATO Talks
Published on 5.20.25
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has taken a dramatic turn with Russia's recent drone attack on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Donetsk. This escalation comes as NATO Foreign Ministers gather in Antalya, Turkey to discuss new defense investment goals.
The attack follows failed direct talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Istanbul, where they agreed on a prisoner exchange but made little progress towards a ceasefire.
Western allies are increasing pressure on Russia to comply with a ceasefire. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot warned of "massive sanctions" if Russia fails to reciprocate Ukraine's efforts towards peace.