• Russia resumed airstrikes on Kyiv after a three-day halt linked to US envoy visits.
• At least two people were killed and several others injured in the renewed strikes.
• The Ukrainian military urged residents to take cover due to ongoing missile attacks.
• The talks by US envoys Witkoff and Kushner yielded no immediate outcomes for peace.
• The Kremlin indicated future negotiations could be on the table despite ongoing conflict.

Following a three-day pause in strikes, Russia resumed air attacks on Kyiv early Tuesday, resulting in multiple explosions throughout the capital. The Russian offensive coincided with the expiration of a ceasefire ordered by President Vladimir Putin and initiated during a visit by US envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, reported at least two deaths and several injuries as the airstrikes damaged key infrastructure, including residential buildings reflecting the serious humanitarian toll of the conflict, according to Le Monde, South China Morning Post, and Al Jazeera.

The extensive damage ranged across several neighborhoods, including a five-story apartment block in the Solomianskyi district. Officials stated that residents were trapped in some buildings, while air raid alerts were issued across multiple regions as Ukraine's air defense systems were activated. Meanwhile, Poland's air force initiated preventive operations in response to the attacks, suspending flights from Lublin Airport, according to reports by South China Morning Post and CBS News.

Efforts for a peaceful resolution were underscored by the recent discussions between US representatives and both Ukrainian and Russian leaderships. Witkoff expressed hope for "meaningful discussions," although he noted that compromises would be essential for an enduring settlement. However, the ongoing violence raises questions about the feasibility of such negotiations, especially as a senior Ukrainian official indicated that discussions primarily revolved around surviving the impending winter, as conveyed by CBS News and Al Jazeera.

Despite the resumption of hostilities, there remains an openness to future negotiations from the Kremlin. Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that three-way talks could still be possible, although he declined to provide specific details regarding future engagements. As the situation evolves, both sides seem to acknowledge the necessity for discussions, though the reality of ongoing military actions presents significant challenges, according to Le Monde and South China Morning Post.