In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Russia has launched a series of large-scale drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people. The assaults have targeted the capital, Kyiv, over two consecutive nights, with explosions reported throughout the city. This surge in airstrikes follows a major prisoner swap between the two nations, intensifying the ongoing conflict. Ukrainian officials have reported that the Russian military executed one of its largest aerial assaults yet, deploying nearly 300 drones and 70 missiles, with attacks hitting at least 22 locations across Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the attacks, which coincide with significant disruptions including airport closures and internet blackouts. As the violence escalates, both nations continue to engage in exchanges of fire while navigating complex geopolitical dialogues.