Ukraine Under Attack: Zelensky Seeks Strong US Response Amid Russian Escalation
President Volodymyr Zelensky calls for a robust international response as Russia intensifies missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, days after the failed Trump-Putin summit.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his expectation of a 'strong' reaction from the United States following Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukrainian territory since the conflict began.
The escalation came in the wake of a failed meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at ending the ongoing war.
According to Zelensky, it is crucial for international partners to collectively respond to this recent attack.
In his evening address, Zelensky emphasized that Russia's president, Vladimir Putin, is 'testing the world.' He stated that Ukraine is counting on a firm stance from America in addressing these hostilities.
This appeal came shortly after President Trump suggested that further sanctions would be imposed on Russia due to its aggressive strikes against Ukraine.
These strikes resulted in the deaths of four people and extensive damage to government buildings in Kyiv, including the cabinet of ministers' headquarters.
The assault included a record 810 drones and 13 missiles launched by Russian forces between late Saturday and early Sunday, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko shared images of the damaged interior of a government building, vowing to restore it but lamenting the loss of life.
Zelensky discussed the attack with French President Emmanuel Macron, indicating that France would provide support to strengthen Ukraine's defenses.
International condemnation of Russia’s actions mounted, with European leaders such as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen denouncing the attacks as 'cowardly' and accusing Russia of mocking diplomacy.
Additionally, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested that tariffs could be imposed on countries continuing to purchase Russian oil, asserting that economic pressure would force Putin to negotiate.
The recent escalation comes amidst a European proposal for at least two dozen countries to oversee any potential agreement ending the conflict, with some nations expressing willingness to deploy troops.
However, Ukraine has insisted on receiving Western-backed security guarantees to prevent future attacks from Russia.
President Putin has previously warned that deploying foreign troops in Ukraine would be deemed acceptable targets by Russia.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands and forced millions to flee their homes, making it Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II.
The escalation came in the wake of a failed meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at ending the ongoing war.
According to Zelensky, it is crucial for international partners to collectively respond to this recent attack.
In his evening address, Zelensky emphasized that Russia's president, Vladimir Putin, is 'testing the world.' He stated that Ukraine is counting on a firm stance from America in addressing these hostilities.
This appeal came shortly after President Trump suggested that further sanctions would be imposed on Russia due to its aggressive strikes against Ukraine.
These strikes resulted in the deaths of four people and extensive damage to government buildings in Kyiv, including the cabinet of ministers' headquarters.
The assault included a record 810 drones and 13 missiles launched by Russian forces between late Saturday and early Sunday, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko shared images of the damaged interior of a government building, vowing to restore it but lamenting the loss of life.
Zelensky discussed the attack with French President Emmanuel Macron, indicating that France would provide support to strengthen Ukraine's defenses.
International condemnation of Russia’s actions mounted, with European leaders such as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen denouncing the attacks as 'cowardly' and accusing Russia of mocking diplomacy.
Additionally, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested that tariffs could be imposed on countries continuing to purchase Russian oil, asserting that economic pressure would force Putin to negotiate.
The recent escalation comes amidst a European proposal for at least two dozen countries to oversee any potential agreement ending the conflict, with some nations expressing willingness to deploy troops.
However, Ukraine has insisted on receiving Western-backed security guarantees to prevent future attacks from Russia.
President Putin has previously warned that deploying foreign troops in Ukraine would be deemed acceptable targets by Russia.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands and forced millions to flee their homes, making it Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II.
