Zelenskyy accuses Russia of ramping up attacks on Ukraine ahead of U.S. talks
November 7, 2026 / 9:20 AM EST / CBS/AP
TL;DR
- Russia launched 36 missiles and 172 drones across Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure.
- President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine has a shortage of interceptors and accused Russia of intensifying attacks before talks.
- Attacks damaged homes, commercial properties, and civilian facilities, including a kindergarten.
- Russia confirmed targeting Kyiv's Northern Bridge, claiming it facilitated weapons transport.
- Ukraine's Energy Ministry reported damage to electricity networks from nuclear power plants and other facilities.
- Preliminary findings suggest Russia may have used North Korean-manufactured KN-23 missiles.
- Recovery efforts are ongoing in Komyshuvakha, southern Ukraine, following an attack that killed 55 people.
- Russia reported drone strikes in its Belgorod region, resulting in one death, and also claimed to have shot down numerous Ukrainian drones.
- Drone attacks in Russia reportedly damaged civilian infrastructure, including the Saratov Oil Refinery and facilities in the Oryol region.