Zelensky's Defiant Visit to Snake Island Marks 500th Day of Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised the bravery of Ukraine on the 500th day of Russia's invasion, as the war's toll increased with six deaths from Russian rocket fire. Zelensky visited Snake Island in the Black Sea, symbolizing Ukraine's defiance against Russia. He thanked the soldiers and prayed for the war's victims. Zelensky secured support for Ukraine's NATO aspirations during his trip to Turkey, including a pledge from the US for cluster munitions. The decision to supply these weapons has drawn condemnation from humanitarian groups. Efforts to mediate the conflict have failed, and Zelensky vowed defiance against the invaders. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed unequivocal support for Ukraine's NATO membership and announced a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.