"NATO Chief Urges Preparation for Prolonged Conflict in Ukraine"

NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has warned that the war in Ukraine will not end swiftly, emphasizing the need to prepare for a long conflict. Stoltenberg stated that if Ukraine stops fighting, the country will cease to exist, while if Russia lays down its weapons, peace can be achieved. Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice is set to hear Russian objections to Ukraine's "genocide" case, and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un concluded his visit to Russia, raising concerns about potential arms deals with Moscow. Additionally, Russia launched a drone and missile attack on Ukraine, and a Ukrainian drone damaged an oil depot in southwestern Russia.