The strikes hit as Ukraine was experiencing the coldest temperatures during the Russian invasion and damaged an iconic Soviet-era World Wat II monument. They also came a day before Ukrainian and Russian negotiators were due to meet for a second round of talks in Abu Dhabi. Russia attacked with 71 missiles, as well as 450 attack drones, the Ukrainian air force said. The second round of talks is expected to focus on territory — with no breakthrough so far on the crucial issue. Russia wants full control of Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, which Kyiv has ruled out, saying such a move would only embolden Moscow.

Source: Bangkok Post February 03, 2026 10:06 UTC