Ukrainian President Zelensky expresses frustration over perceived insufficient U.S. pressure on Russia

Ukraine War Live Ticker: Zelensky Slams US for Insufficient Pressure on Russia

Ukrainian President Zelensky expresses frustration over perceived insufficient U.S. pressure on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has lashed out at the lack of US pressure on Russia in the ongoing struggle for a ceasefire. In his evening address, Zelensky noted, "Ukraine has agreed to the US proposal for a full ceasefire without conditions. Putin refuses. We are waiting for the US to respond – there has been no response yet."

21:39 Ukraine: Operation of Zaporizhzhia NPP Too Dangerous for Russians

Russian troops have occupied the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant since March 2022 and later shut it down due to security concerns. As Petro Kotin, CEO of Energoatom, explained to The Guardian, the resumption of operations would be too risky for Russia. In peacetime, Ukraine might take up to two years to regain control of the facility, dealing with major problems like insufficient cooling water, personnel, and power supply before safe power generation can begin again. The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, Europe's largest reactor, remains a crucial factor in all negotiations intended to end the war in Ukraine.

21:06 Video: Ukrainian War Veteran Fights to Rebuild His Life

Russian army's 2S5 Giatsint-S artillery piece bombards Ukrainian battle positions.

Many soldiers return from the Ukrainian front severely injured, like Serhii Zhukovskyi, who lost his hands and forearms in an explosion. Despite his injuries, Zhukovskyi is determined to rebuild his life with the help of the city of Lviv and other war veterans.

20:17 Report: British Navy Finds Suspected Russian Spy Sensors

The British Navy has discovered several suspected Russian spy sensors throughout the UK. The devices have been found both on the seabed and washed up on land. Military leaders and intelligence services believe the sensors were intended to gather information about the four British submarines equipped with nuclear missiles. A Navy representative told The Sunday Times that we're in the midst of a "war" in the Atlantic. "It's a cat-and-mouse game that's been going on since the end of the Cold War and is heating up again."

19:36 Macron: "Russia Has No Respect for Civilians"

Following renewed deadly attacks by Russia on Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron calls for "strong measures" if Moscow continues to impede a peaceful solution. In a post on X, Macron wrote, "These Russian attacks must stop. We need an immediate ceasefire, and strong measures if Russia continues to reject peace."

American, Joseph Tater, makes his initial appearance in a Russian courtroom, shortly following his capture in August, 2024.

19:07 Zelensky Calls on World to Push Back on Putin

Zelensky has urged the international community to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin in light of ongoing Russian air strikes. In a post on X, Zelensky stated, "These attacks are Putin's response to all international diplomatic efforts. Every one of our partners – the United States, Europe, the entire world – has seen that Russia wants to continue the war and killing. Therefore, pressure must not ease."

18:33 US: No Tariffs on Russia Due to Ukraine Talks

The absence of tariffs on Russian imports has been explained by the US government as a result of ongoing negotiations over the Ukraine conflict. Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett told ABC News that it would be "inappropriate to throw in a new issue in the middle of these negotiations." The US President has chosen not to mix the two issues, Hassett added. This doesn't necessarily mean Russia is being treated differently, but rather that the focus is solely on negotiations with Russia to end the war against Ukraine.

17:46 Ukraine: Border Guards Destroy Russian Artillery System

U.S.-Russia discussions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in February, included Kirill Dmitrijew as a participant.

Ukrainian forces are reported to have destroyed a Russian 2S5 artillery system in the Kharkiv region. The Defense Express reports this, citing a video from the press service of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. According to the report, the Ukrainian border guard unit "Phoenix" has also destroyed a Russian military vehicle of the type GAZ-2975 Tigr and set fire to a Russian military camp.

17:04 Videos Show Destruction in Kyiv After Attack

Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv have resulted in, at least, one casualty and significant destruction. Videos show fires and destroyed buildings in the city, with more attacks reported in other parts of the country.

Sources

Politics "War Rages in the Atlantic" – Russian Spy Sensors Discovered Off Britain
Panorama From Loss to Strength – Ukrainian War Veteran Fights to Rebuild His Life
Report: British Navy Discovers Suspected Russian Spy Sensors in the Atlantic
France 24 "Macron: Russia shows no respect for civilians"
CNN "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls on international community to pressure Putin amid air strikes"
The Independent "US-Russia talks: No new tariffs on Russia due to Ukraine negotiations"
Defense Express "Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian artillery system"
CBC "One dead, buildings damaged as Russian attacks on Kyiv Leave Destruction, Fires"