Moscow/Kyiv — The conflict between Russia and Ukraine saw a sharp escalation in strikes on Saturday, December 13, 2025, even as US-led peace talks were reported to be making slow progress.
At least two people were killed in Russia’s southwestern Saratov region following an overnight drone attack, according to regional authorities. The attack is the latest in a series of deep-strike drone operations targeting Russian territory.
Meanwhile, parts of Ukraine’s energy grid were plunged into darkness following a renewed wave of targeted assaults on energy infrastructure. Local governors reported extensive damage to sub-stations and power generation facilities, leading to power outages across multiple regions. These strikes appear to be a continuation of a strategy aimed at crippling Ukraine’s winter resilience.
The stepped-up violence comes amid ongoing, though fragile, diplomatic efforts. Sources close to the peace talks, which are being facilitated by the United States, noted that despite the military escalation, key negotiators remain committed to dialogue to de-escalate the conflict. The recent strikes, however, underscore the immense difficulty in securing a lasting cessation of hostilities.
Source : News Agencies
