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Ukraine under massive Russian attack as peace talks continue

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Irfan Aftab
December 6, 2025

Russia has unleashed a massive barrage of strikes overnight across Ukraine, targeting rail and energy infrastructure. Despite ongoing peace talks led by the US, the situation on the ground appeared largely unchanged.

Irfan Aftab Journalist based in Berlin at DW News English & Urdu covering global affairs, society & culture.
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