
"Ukraine's president has urged allies against appeasing Russia after returning from a trip to the US, where he failed to secure long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy had flown to Washington after weeks of calls for the weaponry, hoping to capitalise on Donald Trump's growing frustration with Vladimir Putin after a summit in Alaska failed to produce a breakthrough in the war. But the Ukrainian leader left empty-handed as Trump eyed a fresh diplomatic effort on the back of last week's Gaza peace deal."
"Trump has appeared far more upbeat about the prospects of a deal since a lengthy call Thursday with Putin, in which they agreed to meet the Russian president soon in Budapest. After meeting with Zelenskyy at the White House, Trump said on social media the talks were very interesting, and cordial, but I told him, as I likewise strongly suggested to President Putin, that it is time to stop the killing, and make a DEAL."
"Meanwhile, Moscow has stepped up attacks on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure in recent weeks, leaving thousands without heating and light as winter approaches. This week alone, Russia has used more than 3,270 attack drones, 1,370 guided aerial bombs, and nearly 50 missiles of various types against Ukraine, Zelenskyy said. On Sunday, two people were killed and more than a dozen wounded across Ukraine's east, Kyiv said. Ukraine has intensified its strikes on Russian western border regions, as well as Russia's oil and gas facilities."
Volodymyr Zelenskyy travelled to Washington seeking long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles but returned without securing them. He urged allies against appeasing Russia and called for decisive steps and a new meeting of the Europe-led coalition of the willing. Donald Trump signalled interest in a diplomatic push after a lengthy call with Vladimir Putin and plans to meet the Russian president in Budapest. Moscow has intensified strikes on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure, using thousands of drones, guided aerial bombs, and missiles, leaving many without heating and light. Ukraine has increased strikes on Russian western border regions and energy facilities amid continuing casualties.
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