Zelensky visits front line as Russia targets Ukraine cities in ongoing war.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the front line near Bakhmut as Russian forces launched a series of strikes on Ukrainian cities, killing at least eight people and leaving many wounded. Zelensky condemned Russia's "bestial" attacks on civilians and awarded medals to battle-weary soldiers. Ukraine's military said it shot down 16 drones, but another five got through. The Russian attacks came a day after Chinese President Xi Jinping completed a two-day visit to Moscow, promoting a 12-point peace plan.