Ukraine war: Russia accused of 'hollow talks' as strikes hit Sumy

Russia hits northern Ukraine as its negotiators meet US officials in Riyadh to discuss a ceasefire.

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After Monday's attack, which injured dozens in the city of Sumy, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Russia must end strikes instead of "making hollow statements about peace".

The latest round of talks between the US and Russia concluded on Monday in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Top of the agenda was reportedly the revival of a 2022 grain deal allowing Kyiv to export across the Black Sea.

In return, Moscow is said to be seeking relief from Western sanctions, enabling it to export fertilisers.

The Russia-US talks went on for 12 hours. Russian news agencies said a joint statement would be released on Tuesday.

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