Ukraine Says Massive Russian Strike on Kyiv Coincided With Xi–Trump Talks, Sending Political Message

Ukraine has alleged that Russia coordinated a major missile and drone assault on Kyiv to coincide with high‑level talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and former US President Donald Trump. Ukrainian officials argue the timing was not accidental, but intended to send a political signal and exert pressure on international diplomacy over the ongoing war. The strike has heightened tensions and underscored concerns that Russia may be using military actions to influence global negotiations and perceptions of the conflict.