Zelenskyy says Putin has 'not broken' Ukrainians on 4th anniversary of the war
Key Points:
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared that Russia has not broken Ukraine nor won the war, four years after the invasion, emphasizing Ukraine's resilience despite Russia holding nearly 20% of its territory.
- Over a dozen senior European officials visited Kyiv to mark the war's anniversary, highlighting ongoing European concerns about regional security and the conflict's broader impact.
- The U.N. General Assembly called for an immediate ceasefire and comprehensive peace in Ukraine, while the U.S. abstained from supporting language emphasizing Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Western leaders, including Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron, condemned the war as a failure for Russia and underscored the importance of continued support for Ukraine amid evolving military dynamics