Contents tagged with Zelensky
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Ukraine and Russia trade accusations over breaching the Easter Ceasefire
In a worrying escalation, Russian military forces are reportedly ignoring a recently declared Easter ceasefire and continue their assaults on Ukrainian positions, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday, April 20, in a Telegram message. You can view the message.
According to Zelensky, Ukrainian positions were attacked 59 times overnight, with five storming actions by Russian troops observed. "Our forces are responding appropriately given the circumstances," Zelensky wrote, adding …
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Zelensky proposes to use EU funds and frozen Russian assets to buy Patriot missiles amidst Trump's opposition
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has suggested using EU financial resources and frozen Russian assets to purchase hundreds of Patriot missiles from the United States, reports Germany’s Bild, emphasizing that former U.S. President Donald Trump is unwilling to assist Kyiv, even if offered $50 billion from EU funds.
Zelensky’s proposal comes as the United States remains the sole producer of Patriot missiles. Prior to assuming office, Trump made it clear he preferred not to provide Ukraine …
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Ukraine denies 100,000 troop casualty claim, reveals true war toll
In a recent CBS News 60 Minutes interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was said to discuss the death toll of Ukrainian troops during the ongoing war. However, according to Presidential Spokesman Sergey Nikiforov, the Ukrainian leader did not mention that 100,000 soldiers had been killed. It was journalist Scott Pelley who quoted this figure off-camera, as reported by Liga.net.
President Zelensky emphasized, "Our people are paying the highest price," with his spokesperson …
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Zelensky confirms Ukrainian military operations in Russian border regions
According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukrainian armed forces (AFU) are holding positions not only in Russia's Kursk region but also in the neighboring Belgorod region. "We are conducting active operations in the border areas on enemy territory," Zelensky announced in his evening video address from Kyiv on Monday, April 7. "The war must return to where it came from," he emphasized.
While no official confirmation from Russia on Ukrainian troop advances in the Belgorod region has …
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Zelensky calls for increased global pressure on Russia following renewed attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that over the past day, Russian forces dropped 50 bombs on the Sumy region and launched drone attacks on Kharkiv and the Odesa region. Zelensky, in a statement shared on his Telegram channel, highlighted that these strikes targeted critical energy infrastructure: an FPV drone hit a substation in the Sumy region, and artillery shelling damaged power lines in Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk region. As a result, 4,000 people have been left without …
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Zelensky: U.S. to consult with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Europe on ceasefire monitoring
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the United States will initiate consultations with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and several European nations regarding their preparedness to monitor a potential ceasefire.
“We have been informed that the American side will conduct internal consultations, followed by talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and some European countries to assess their readiness for monitoring. We will not proceed otherwise,” Zelensky said during a Friday briefing.
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Zelensky refutes claims of encirclement, highlights ongoing Ukrainian military operations in Kursk region
In response to circulating rumors, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reassured the public that Ukrainian forces are not encircled in the Kursk region, as ongoing military operations continue.
Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, briefed President Zelensky on the situation at the front lines. He reported that Ukrainian units are continuing their mission on Russian soil, significantly tying down Russian forces that were initially meant for …
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Ukraine successfully tests new long-range missile, hits target 1,000 km away
Ukraine's latest missile, dubbed the "Long Neptune," has reportedly been put to the test successfully. While the specific target within Russia struck by the new missile wasn't disclosed, speculation suggests it was used against an oil refinery in Tuapse.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the successful testing and operational use of the improved "Neptune" missile.
"A new Ukrainian missile, a precise strike. Distance - one thousand kilometers. Thanks to our Ukrainian developers, …
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Kremlin reviews U.S.-Ukraine talks in Jeddah, awaits brief from Washington
The Kremlin is currently examining proposals from the recent U.S.-Ukraine negotiations held in Jeddah, as Moscow anticipates Washington to provide details about the meetings. This was disclosed on Wednesday, March 12, by Dmitry Peskov, the spokesperson for the Russian President, during a briefing.
He stated that Russia expects U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz to inform Moscow about the outcomes of these discussions through various channels in the …
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Russian media ridicules Trump's sanction threats as empty rhetoric
Kremlin propagandists have dismissed President Donald Trump's threats to tighten sanctions against Russia as "just words." Trump’s recent statements about potential increased sanctions and tariffs on Russia have been entertaining for Kremlin commentators who suggest Washington won't follow through. According to Russian media outlet Agentstvo, which analyzed domestic media reaction, Trump’s statements are largely considered bluff.
On March 7, Trump announced the possibility of ramping up …