Russian Drone Strike Kills Family in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine

A Russian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia on Friday night killed a family of three, including a 14-year-old girl, amidst ongoing tensions as Ukraine and Russia prepare for separate negotiations with the U.S. The attack, part of a larger barrage where Russia launched 179 drones, also wounded 12 others, including a nine-month-old baby. Ukrainian officials condemned the strike as a violation of ceasefire agreements, with President Zelensky's chief of staff emphasizing the use of Iranian-style Shahed drones in the assault. The governor of Zaporizhzhia reported on the efforts to rescue the family from the rubble, highlighting the tragic loss of life. This incident occurs just before both nations engage with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia to discuss potential ceasefire terms. Russia's President Putin has dismissed proposals for a full ceasefire, instead suggesting a halt to attacks on energy sites.