Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted on X late on Tuesday that Russian airspace will effectively be closing due to a planned drone campaign. ^[1] Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky held a telephone conversation with US special presidential envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on August 31. ^[2] Russia's deadly bombing of Kyiv and the surrounding region extended into the sixth straight night as Ukraine struggles with a shortage of US-made Patriot air defense missiles. ^[3] Zelenskyy stated that there will be drones in Russia's skies on a scale that has to be taken into account in response to Moscow's escalating missile attacks. ^[4] Zelenskyy warned airlines, insurers, and others using Russian airspace and major airports, including those in Moscow and St. Petersburg, that flying there was becoming increasingly unsafe. ^[5] According to Zelensky, the parties discussed setting a date for a visit to Ukraine. ^[6] Zelensky stated in a post on his Telegram channel that the conversation with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner was detailed and constructive. ^[7] A source cited by TASS stated that US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are intensifying their mediation efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. ^[8] Zelensky added that his teams will stay in touch to work out the agenda and determine the most convenient schedule for further communication. ^[9] The source indicated that there is a clear understanding that the diplomatic efforts led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be activated. ^[10] Jared Kushner is identified as the son-in-law of the American leader. ^[11]