Ukraine's President Zelenskiy: Elections on Hold as War with Russia Persists
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed confidence that Ukraine would achieve battlefield results by the end of the year, despite acknowledging the slow progress in the counteroffensive. He emphasized the need for unity among Ukrainians and highlighted the importance of Western military aid. Zelenskiy also mentioned concerns about potential changes in U.S. policy towards Ukraine, particularly regarding some voices in the Republican party. He welcomed the European Union's report recommending the launch of accession talks and stressed the significance of anti-corruption reforms for Ukraine's future. Additionally, he called for frozen Russian assets to be used for post-war reconstruction in Ukraine.