Kyiv Airports Struck in Response to US Diplomacy, Zelensky Says

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Sept. 5 that Russian forces conducted “demonstrative” overnight drone strikes on airports in Kyiv and Boryspil. Zelensky linked the attacks to preparations for the upcoming arrival of US peace envoys, characterizing the use of “Shahed” drones as a direct response to American diplomacy. He stated Ukraine would adjust its operations regarding Russian airspace next week in response.