Zelensky's Denial of Stalemate in Ukraine-Russia Conflict Signals Leadership Rift

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy denies that the war with Russia has reached a "stalemate" and emphasizes the need for more support from Western allies, particularly in strengthening air defenses. While acknowledging the difficulties and lack of major successes in the counteroffensive, Zelenskiy states that Ukrainian troops have no choice but to continue fighting. Russian forces are mounting attacks in the eastern Donetsk region, while Ukrainian forces are advancing towards the Sea of Azov in the southeast.