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Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that the nation urgently needs American long-range missiles to launch operations against enemy positions, but he noted being “realistic” about the possibility of securing such weapons. During discussions at the White House, the American leader appeared hesitant about providing Tomahawk missiles. Nevertheless, in a media appearance, Zelenskyy indicated that the possibility has not been entirely dismissed. “It’s encouraging that the US president hasn’t declined, but for now hasn’t approved,” he stated. Zelenskyy further explained that the country needs these missiles because operating solely with domestic drone technology is extremely challenging.

US Leader Urges Swift End to Hostilities

Following their discussion, the US president implored the combatants to “stop the war immediately”, even should it requires the nation yielding some land. “End the violence. And that should be it,” he told journalists. Through online platforms, he proposed freezing the conflict, remarking: “Both sides should hold current positions. Let both claim Victory, let History decide!” Upon being asked about these comments, the Ukrainian president answered: “The leader is right we must stop at current lines, and then discuss.”

EU Heads of State Hold Productive Discussions

The Ukrainian president had what was described as a “productive” conversation with European leaders, hours following his White House meeting. “I provided insights from my conversation with the US president. We addressed many vital issues,” Zelenskyy wrote in a social media post. “The primary focus now is saving maximum lives, guaranteeing national safety, and strengthening all of us in Europe. This is exactly what we are working toward. National security advisers will examine next steps. We are aligning our positions. I appreciate the conversation, for all the support, and for the willingness to stand with Ukraine.” The UK leader reaffirmed the UK’s “unwavering commitment to the nation in the face of Moscow’s hostilities,” and promised to “continue providing relief supplies and defense assistance.” Leaders from Berlin, Helsinki, Italy, Oslo, and Poland joined the call, along with top European Union officials and Nato leadership.

Moscow and Washington ought to build a bilateral rail tunnel beneath the strait to connect their nations, facilitate shared development of mineral wealth and “represent cooperation”, a Kremlin envoy suggested.

The proposal from the Russian official, acting as President Vladimir Putin’s investment envoy, envisions a construction project priced at $8 billion, funded by Moscow and “global investors”, to establish a 112-kilometer transportation corridor within eight years. The envoy floated the idea following a phone conversation between the Russian and US leaders, where they planned a summit to talk about stopping the war against Ukraine.

Russian Forces Claim Seizure over Additional Villages

Moscow’s defense authorities reported on the weekend that its forces had gained control of additional settlements in the eastern regions, one in the Dnipropetrovsk region and two in the north-eastern Kharkiv region, nearer to the Russian border. Ukrainian authorities has admitted combat near a minimum of two of these areas but has not confirmed that any have been lost. According to the Moscow’s statement, Russian forces secured a village in the Dnipropetrovsk region, and seized the settlements named Pishchane and Tykhe.