Trump Promotes Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine, NPR Explores the Freed Khartoum

Escalating Conflict in Kyiv

The Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, was struck by a severe assault injuring over seventy residents. This marks one of the most lethal incidents since Russia initiated its extensive military campaign in Ukraine over three years prior. Former President Trump advocates for a swift resolution, urging Ukraine to consider compromise.

Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine

In the aftermath of a missile attack by Russian forces on Kyiv, a Ukrainian woman awaits help amid the ruins past midnight when many were asleep. The attack claimed the lives of nine individuals and left dozens hurt, as rescue attempts continue.

Khartoum's Liberation and Destruction

Following a two-year civil conflict in Sudan, Khartoum has been liberated by the national army. The city that was once lively and bustling has been left in tatters by the ferocious clashes between military forces and the Rapid Support Forces. NPR is among a limited number of Western media to have reported from within the city.