Russia Strikes Kyiv and Boryspil Airports Ahead of US Visit, Zelenskyy Says

Russia targeted Kyiv and Boryspil airports for the first time in a long period, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who linked the strikes to preparations for a US delegation visit. He called the attacks a response to American diplomacy. The strikes occurred ahead of a planned visit by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, with Zelenskyy noting Ukraine recorded the actions and will adjust its operations in Russian airspace next week. He stressed Ukraine does not intend to threaten diplomatic processes. Ukraine had proposed a temporary ceasefire from September 5-8, but Russia refused, so fighting continues. Kyiv also pledged not to launch air strikes on Russia during the US visit, while media reported US concerns about Witkoff's safety in Ukraine.