Following massive Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities, President Zelensky announced adjustments to the negotiation team’s approach, emphasizing that Moscow does not take diplomacy seriously and aims to destroy Ukraine. Ukraine is calling on partners to supply air defense missiles from NATO stocks amid the country's urgent needs.
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte addressed the Ukrainian parliament, outlining support plans for Ukraine after the war, including security guarantees. However, no major decisions for Ukraine’s immediate military needs have been announced, though both short-term and long-term solutions are essential to curbing Russia's aggression.
US Senator Lindsey Graham called for the US to urgently supply Ukraine with long-range missiles and Tomahawks, noting that diplomatic pressure on Russia has not produced results. Graham also backed stepping up sanctions against buyers of Russian oil.
Domestically, former deputy head of the President’s Office, suspected of corruption, agreed to cooperate with investigators but has not returned to Ukraine. The question of extradition remains unresolved.
Polls show high levels of public trust in Ukrainian military leaders, especially Valerii Zaluzhnyi, who is currently focused on diplomatic efforts with key Western partners.
Ukraine continues to seek tangible assistance to strengthen its air defense, maintains active negotiations, and adapts its security strategy amid ongoing Russian aggression.
