Ukraine Claims Battlefield Gains Ahead Of Zelenskyy's Crucial White House Visit
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced battlefield gains against Russian forces on the eastern front, with reports of a 2-kilometer push back near Sumy. This follows Trump's shift in stance from demanding a ceasefire to advocating for negotiations for a full peace agreement. Zelenskyy anticipates increased Russian military pressure in the coming days to leverage better political circumstances. Concurrently, Russian air campaigns against Ukrainian cities persist, creating unease in Kyiv and among European allies despite diplomatic efforts for peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed battlefield gains on its eastern front against Russian forces, indicating active combat with advances up to 2.5 kilometers.
Zelenskyy predicts intensified Russian military pressure on Ukrainian positions in the coming days, aiming to create favorable political conditions for negotiations.
The Ukrainian military announced that they had driven Russian forces back about 2 kilometers along the front lines near Sumy, reflecting ongoing combat efforts.
Despite the summit between Trump and Putin aimed at pursuing peace, Russian military actions continued, raising concerns in Kyiv and European allies.
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