Russia shoots down 155 drones before negotiations with Ukraine

Russian air defenses reportedly shot down 155 Ukrainian drones overnight, impacting energy infrastructure in the Luhansk region. The Ukrainian president announced his delegation's arrival in the UAE for negotiations aimed at achieving peace. The talks, involving both Ukrainian and Russian representatives, are set to address the ongoing conflict that began with Russia's invasion in February 2022. Zelensky emphasized the importance of these discussions for a genuine resolution to the war, with support from European partners.