US Accuses Russia of 'Dangerous Escalation' in Ukraine Amid Trump's Peace Efforts

• The US accused Russia of a "dangerous and inexplicable escalation" in Ukraine, citing the launch of a nuclear-capable Oreshnik ballistic missile near Poland.
• US Deputy Ambassador Tammy Bruce condemned Russia's intensifying attacks on energy infrastructure and the staggering number of casualties.
• Ukraine called for the Security Council meeting after a large-scale Russian bombardment involving hundreds of drones and hypersonic Oreshnik missiles.
• The attack coincided with a new chill in US-Russia relations and President Trump signaling support for a sanctions package against Russia.
• Russia's UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia stated that military means would continue until Ukraine agrees to "realistic conditions for negotiations."

Why It Matters: US condemns Russia's escalating aggression in Ukraine, while Trump seeks peace and Russia demands concessions.