"White House Warns Ukraine Aid Running Out as Russia-Ukraine Tensions Escalate"

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia does not seek a fight with Europe and NATO and is willing to negotiate with the West on Ukraine based on Moscow's own interests. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan plans to urge Russian President Vladimir Putin to resume negotiations on the Black Sea grain initiative. Putin emphasized the importance of Russia's nuclear capabilities and accused the West of waging a "hybrid war" against Moscow. Russia warned that it will not tolerate the build-up of NATO military potential on its border, following Finland's defense agreement with the United States. Ukraine's top general criticized President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for firing military recruitment heads, affecting the country's military recruiting abilities. The White House warned that U.S. aid to Ukraine will soon expire, requiring Congressional approval for new packages. Putin submitted documents to run for the Russian 2024 presidential election. A report revealed that Russian bombings have destroyed nearly every building in the Ukrainian city of Avdiivka.