<p>As Russia continues its offensive in Ukraine, reports claim the US is set to provide advanced surface-to-air missile systems and more artillery to Zelensky's government.</p>

<p>Newswire AP reported that the US may send NASAMS anti-aircraft system to Ukraine including radars.</p>

<p>The development comes as reports said Ukrainian forces were set to retreat from the strategic city of Severodonetsk as Russian forces continued to make inroads in eastern Ukraine.</p>

<p>The US had earlier announced $1 billion worth of arms package to Kyiv. The Biden administration has already sent weapons to Ukraine including anti-tank missiles and drones.</p>

<p>Russia had declared it would be concentrating on eastern Ukraine after its forces withdrew from Kyiv area amid fierce fighting with Ukraine's Army.</p>

<p>NATO chief Stoltenberg said on Monday that NATO allies will boost its forces "well over 300,000" troops to respond against Russia's invasion of Ukraine as it seeks to increase troop-level at the "brigade level".</p>

<p>Earlier this month President Emmanuel Macron's government had said it will deliver six additional Caesar long-range howitzers to Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had urged Western allies to step up arms supply to Ukraine as President Zelensky has repeatedly requested for heavier weapons to take on the Russian forces.</p>

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As Russia continues its offensive in Ukraine, reports claim the US is set to provide advanced surface-to-air missile systems and more artillery to Zelensky's government. Newswire AP reported that the US may send NASAMS anti-aircraft system to Ukraine including radars. The development comes as reports said Ukrainian forces were set to retreat from the strategic city of Severodonetsk as Russian forces continued to make inroads in eastern Ukraine. The US had earlier announced $1 billion worth of arms package to Kyiv. The Biden administration has already sent weapons to Ukraine including anti-tank missiles and drones. Russia had declared it would be concentrating on eastern Ukraine after its forces withdrew from Kyiv area amid fierce fighting with Ukraine's Army. NATO chief Stoltenberg said on Monday that NATO allies will boost its forces "well over 300,000" troops to respond against Russia's invasion of Ukraine as it seeks to increase troop-level at the "brigade level". Earlier this month President Emmanuel Macron's government had said it will deliver six additional Caesar long-range howitzers to Ukraine. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had urged Western allies to step up arms supply to Ukraine as President Zelensky has repeatedly requested for heavier weapons to take on the Russian forces. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>As Russia continues its offensive in eastern Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky visited war-torn Kharkiv in his first visit outside Kyiv since the Russian invasion began on February 24.</p>

<p>"2,229 buildings have been destroyed in Kharkiv and the region. We will restore, rebuild and bring back life. In Kharkiv and all other towns and villages where evil came," Zelensky said in a Telegram video post.</p>

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<p>"In this war, the occupiers are trying to squeeze out at least some result," Zelensky said while declaring that, "they should have understood long ago that we will defend our land to the last man. They have no chance. We will fight and we will definitely win."</p>

<p>The Ukraine president met top officials including the governor of Kharkiv and the mayor of the city.</p>

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<p>Russia had declared it would be concentrating its forces in eastern Ukraine after fierce fighting led to losses in the Kyiv region. Zelensky said destroyed areas can have a "new face" as he asked officials to "find cool projects".</p>

<p>Meanwhile, as the fighting continues in the east, Russia claimed it had captured Lyman town which is strategically located on the&nbsp;Severodonetsk and Kramatorsk road as reports claimed&nbsp;Russian forces are bombing Severodonetsk city and Lysychansk in Lugansk province.</p>

<p>Zelensky said Russian troops were concentrating their artillery and reserves in Donbas as he vowed to defend the region.</p>

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As Russia continues its offensive in eastern Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky visited war-torn Kharkiv in his first visit outside Kyiv since the Russian invasion began on February 24.

As Russia continues its offensive in eastern Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky visited war-torn Kharkiv in his first visit outside Kyiv since the Russian invasion began on February 24. "2,229 buildings have been destroyed in Kharkiv and the region. We will restore, rebuild and bring back life. In Kharkiv and all other towns and villages where evil came," Zelensky said in a Telegram video post. Also Read: Russia targets key eastern town; civilians trapped "In this war, the occupiers are trying to squeeze out at least some result," Zelensky said while declaring that, "they should have understood long ago that we will defend our land to the last man. They have no chance. We will fight and we will definitely win." The Ukraine president met top officials including the governor of Kharkiv and the mayor of the city. Watch: Ukraine accuses Russia of genocide in Donbas Russia had declared it would be concentrating its forces in eastern Ukraine after fierce fighting led to losses in the Kyiv region. Zelensky said destroyed areas can have a "new face" as he asked officials to "find cool projects". Meanwhile, as the fighting continues in the east, Russia claimed it had captured Lyman town which is strategically located on the Severodonetsk and Kramatorsk road as reports claimed Russian forces are bombing Severodonetsk city and Lysychansk in Lugansk province. Zelensky said Russian troops were concentrating their artillery and reserves in Donbas as he vowed to defend the region. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Find cool projects': Amid Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine, Zelensky visits Kharkiv

<p>Amid fierce fighting in the Donbas area between Russian and Ukrainian forces, reports claim Russian forces carried out assault operations in Severodonetsk city.</p>

<p>The regional governor of the Lugansk region, Sergiy Gaida claimed that there is "street-by-street" fighting underway in Severodonetsk with the situation in Lysychans "significantly worse".</p>

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<p>The development comes as Russian forces continue their push in eastern Ukraine over three months after President Vladimir Putin launched the "special military operation" against Ukraine on February 24.</p>

<p>President Zelensky said the "Russian army is trying to squeeze at least some result for itself in Donbas and Kharkiv regions" even as Russia said it had annexed Krasny Liman town.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Liman town is located strategically on the road to Kramatorsk and Severodonetsk even as governor Gaiday claimed Severodonetsk hasn't been cut off and it is still possible to deliver humanitarian aid.</p>

<p>Reports claimed there was constant shelling taking place in Severodonetsk with at least 15,000 civilians still in the area with electricity and water in short supply.</p>

<p>On Saturday, during a phone call with German Chancellor Scholz and French President Macron, President Putin had said Russia was ready to allow Ukraine's wheat to be exported from the Black Sea ports even as he called for sanctions to be lifted to increase the supply of Russian fertilisers and agricultural products.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, according to reports, the US may be sending advanced rocket launchers to Kyiv with Zelensky making repeated calls for offensive weapons to take on the Russian forces.</p>

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Amid fierce fighting in the Donbas area between Russian and Ukrainian forces, reports claim Russian forces carried out assault operations in Severodonetsk city. The regional governor of the Lugansk region, Sergiy Gaida claimed that there is "street-by-street" fighting underway in Severodonetsk with the situation in Lysychans "significantly worse".

Amid fierce fighting in the Donbas area between Russian and Ukrainian forces, reports claim Russian forces carried out assault operations in Severodonetsk city. The regional governor of the Lugansk region, Sergiy Gaida claimed that there is "street-by-street" fighting underway in Severodonetsk with the situation in Lysychans "significantly worse". Also Read| Ukraine crisis: Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas and Kharkiv The development comes as Russian forces continue their push in eastern Ukraine over three months after President Vladimir Putin launched the "special military operation" against Ukraine on February 24. President Zelensky said the "Russian army is trying to squeeze at least some result for itself in Donbas and Kharkiv regions" even as Russia said it had annexed Krasny Liman town. Watch: Russia blames West for food crisis Liman town is located strategically on the road to Kramatorsk and Severodonetsk even as governor Gaiday claimed Severodonetsk hasn't been cut off and it is still possible to deliver humanitarian aid. Reports claimed there was constant shelling taking place in Severodonetsk with at least 15,000 civilians still in the area with electricity and water in short supply. On Saturday, during a phone call with German Chancellor Scholz and French President Macron, President Putin had said Russia was ready to allow Ukraine's wheat to be exported from the Black Sea ports even as he called for sanctions to be lifted to increase the supply of Russian fertilisers and agricultural products. Meanwhile, according to reports, the US may be sending advanced rocket launchers to Kyiv with Zelensky making repeated calls for offensive weapons to take on the Russian forces. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Ukraine war: Russia targets key eastern town; civilians trapped

<p>Amid the war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine&nbsp;troops were&nbsp;pushing&nbsp;back Russian troops from Kharkiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The occupiers are gradually being pushed away," the Ukraine president said, adding, "I am grateful to all our defenders who are holding the line and demonstrating truly superhuman strength to drive out the army of invaders."</p>

<p>Ukraine's defence ministry said Russian troops continue to push ahead even as the Kharkiv government said key villages around the city have been liberated.</p>

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<p>Russia had declared earlier that it would concentrate its forces in the eastern region even as US Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines said President Putin's focus on the Donbas was "only a temporary shift" even as Ukraine troops continue to engage Russia in Maripaul.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Ukraine recaptures villages on outskirts of Kharkiv</strong></p>

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<p>Russia hit the Odesa port on&nbsp;May 9 with missiles as reports indicated hypersonic missiles were used. President Putin had declared a "special military operation" against Ukraine on February 24 as Russian troops invaded Ukraine, however, Zelenksy's forces pushed back Russians from key cities including Kyiv.</p>

<p>"We assess President Putin is preparing for a prolonged conflict in Ukraine during which he still intends to achieve goals beyond the Donbas," the US intelligence chief said while adding that the Russian president might impose martial law to mobilise the country against Ukraine.</p>

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Amid the war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine troops were pushing back Russian troops from Kharkiv. "The occupiers are gradually being pushed away," the Ukraine president said, adding, "I am grateful to all our defenders who are holding the line and demonstrating truly superhuman strength to drive out the army of invaders.

Amid the war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine troops were pushing back Russian troops from Kharkiv. "The occupiers are gradually being pushed away," the Ukraine president said, adding, "I am grateful to all our defenders who are holding the line and demonstrating truly superhuman strength to drive out the army of invaders." Ukraine's defence ministry said Russian troops continue to push ahead even as the Kharkiv government said key villages around the city have been liberated. Also Read in Pics: Is it war tourism? World leaders throng Ukraine to show Russia had declared earlier that it would concentrate its forces in the eastern region even as US Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines said President Putin's focus on the Donbas was "only a temporary shift" even as Ukraine troops continue to engage Russia in Maripaul. Watch: Ukraine recaptures villages on outskirts of Kharkiv Russia hit the Odesa port on May 9 with missiles as reports indicated hypersonic missiles were used. President Putin had declared a "special military operation" against Ukraine on February 24 as Russian troops invaded Ukraine, however, Zelenksy's forces pushed back Russians from key cities including Kyiv. "We assess President Putin is preparing for a prolonged conflict in Ukraine during which he still intends to achieve goals beyond the Donbas," the US intelligence chief said while adding that the Russian president might impose martial law to mobilise the country against Ukraine. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Ukraine pushing back Russians from Kharkiv: Zelensky

<p>Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky’s fleece jacket has sold for a record $110,000 at&nbsp;a London auction, reports said.</p>

<p>Reports claim UK PM Boris Johnson had himself pitched for a higher starting sale price for the famous jacket. The jacket was sold at the Tate Modern in London.</p>

<p>The Ukraine President had given a speech ahead of the fundraiser. A cockerel jug presented to the UK prime minister during his recent visit to Kyiv where he met President Zelensky was also on sale.</p>

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<p>The event also included a paid guided tour by Kyiv's mayor former heavyweight boxing champion Vitali Klitschko. Johnson who had addressed the Ukrainian parliament earlier said Kyiv was worth visiting while asking the people present at the auction to "dig deep".</p>

<p>Johnson lauded Zelensky's effort saying he is "one of the most incredible leaders of modern times”.</p>

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<p>Ahead of the celebration in Moscow&nbsp;to mark the former Soviet Union's victory against Nazi Germany in World War II, Zelensky lashed out at Russia saying "evil has returned" to Europe.</p>

<p>"Evil has returned, in a different uniform, under different slogans, but for the same purpose," Ukraine's president said. However, Putin in an address said "as in 1945, victory will be ours" before the&nbsp;May 9 celebrations on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky’s fleece jacket has sold for a record $110,000 at a London auction, reports said. Reports claim UK PM Boris Johnson had himself pitched for a higher starting sale price for the famous jacket.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky’s fleece jacket has sold for a record $110,000 at a London auction, reports said. Reports claim UK PM Boris Johnson had himself pitched for a higher starting sale price for the famous jacket. The jacket was sold at the Tate Modern in London. The Ukraine President had given a speech ahead of the fundraiser. A cockerel jug presented to the UK prime minister during his recent visit to Kyiv where he met President Zelensky was also on sale. Also Read: Sixty people in school probably dead, claims Ukraine governor after Russian strike The event also included a paid guided tour by Kyiv's mayor former heavyweight boxing champion Vitali Klitschko. Johnson who had addressed the Ukrainian parliament earlier said Kyiv was worth visiting while asking the people present at the auction to "dig deep". Johnson lauded Zelensky's effort saying he is "one of the most incredible leaders of modern times”. Watch: Street artists paint murals in support of Ukraine Ahead of the celebration in Moscow to mark the former Soviet Union's victory against Nazi Germany in World War II, Zelensky lashed out at Russia saying "evil has returned" to Europe. "Evil has returned, in a different uniform, under different slogans, but for the same purpose," Ukraine's president said. However, Putin in an address said "as in 1945, victory will be ours" before the May 9 celebrations on Sunday. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Zelensky's iconic fleece auctioned for record price in London

<p>Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky who has withstood the Russian invasion for over two months told a US magazine that Putin's forces made two attempts to storm the presidential palace within hours of invasion on February 24.</p>

<p>The Ukraine president informed that Russian paratroopers were involved in the operation.&nbsp;Zelensky told his wife and kids to flee as the guards shut off lights and armed everyone with weapons.</p>

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<p>Zelensky said there were gunfights around government quarters just hours after President Putin announced the "special military operation" against Ukraine.</p>

<p>Zelensky had refused to leave the Ukrainian capital even as reports claimed the US and UK were ready to evacuate the Ukrainian&nbsp;president.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, Russia said it had carried out airstrikes even as UN&nbsp;secretary-general Antonio Guterres was visiting Kyiv.</p>

<p>Watch |&nbsp;Ukraine-Russia conflict: Italy launches new measure to save gas</p>

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<p>Guterres also visited Bucha and a suburb around Kyiv where Russian troops allegedly committed war crimes even as Kremlin denied the allegations.</p>

<p>Ukraine said Russia has taken control of key villages in the Donbas region although&nbsp;the Pentagon said the Russian offensive in Donbass is going behind schedule.</p>

<p>As the war in Ukraine drags on, the UK said it will be deploying nearly 8,000 troops across eastern Europe as NATO expressed concern over Russian troops in Transnistria.</p>

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky who has withstood the Russian invasion for over two months told a US magazine that Putin's forces made two attempts to storm the presidential palace within hours of invasion on February 24.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky who has withstood the Russian invasion for over two months told a US magazine that Putin's forces made two attempts to storm the presidential palace within hours of invasion on February 24. The Ukraine president informed that Russian paratroopers were involved in the operation. Zelensky told his wife and kids to flee as the guards shut off lights and armed everyone with weapons. Also Read: Biden seeks $33 billion war chest to support Ukraine Zelensky said there were gunfights around government quarters just hours after President Putin announced the "special military operation" against Ukraine. Zelensky had refused to leave the Ukrainian capital even as reports claimed the US and UK were ready to evacuate the Ukrainian president. On Wednesday, Russia said it had carried out airstrikes even as UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres was visiting Kyiv. Watch | Ukraine-Russia conflict: Italy launches new measure to save gas Guterres also visited Bucha and a suburb around Kyiv where Russian troops allegedly committed war crimes even as Kremlin denied the allegations. Ukraine said Russia has taken control of key villages in the Donbas region although the Pentagon said the Russian offensive in Donbass is going behind schedule. As the war in Ukraine drags on, the UK said it will be deploying nearly 8,000 troops across eastern Europe as NATO expressed concern over Russian troops in Transnistria. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION Live Here

Russian troops tried to storm Ukrainian presidential palace in early hours of invasion: Report

<p>Amid the war with Russia, Ukraine&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky&nbsp;met US secretary of state Antony Blinken and US defence secretary Lloyd Austin in Kyiv as the government repeated its plea for offensive weapons to take on the Russian forces.</p>

<p>Ukraine has been consistently demanding heavier weapons to take on Putin's forces as Russia continues its push in Mariupol&nbsp;located in the Black Sea region.</p>

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<p>The Zelensky government invited Russia for talks near the Azovstal plant in Mariupol. Reports say Ukrainian fighters and civilians are stuck in the city even as Russia continues to bombard the city.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mariupol residents have been low on electricity, food and water for weeks amid the fierce fighting.</p>

<p>President Zelensky's aid confirmed the proposed talks saying that it could be held "right next to the walls of Azovstal" even as Zelensky's advisor Mikhaylo Podolyak said: "Russia is continuously attacking the Mariupol Azovstal."</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;German Chancellor faces criticism for Ukraine stance</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the UN refugee agency said over 5 million Ukrainians have fled the country since President Putin announced the "special military operation" against Ukraine on February 24. The majority of those who have fled are women and children.</p>

<p>Most refugees have poured into neighbouring Poland numbering over 2.8 million including to&nbsp;Romania, Hungary, Moldova and Slovakia. According to the UN, over 500,000 people have also sought refuge in Russia with over 1,00000 crossing over to Russia from the separatist pro-Russian regions of Donetsk and Lugansk.</p>

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<p>The UN had called for a stop in fighting to allow the evacuation of Mariupol residents, however, Ukrainian officials said over the weekend that evacuation attempts were "thwarted" by Russian forces.</p>

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Amid the war with Russia, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky met US secretary of state Antony Blinken and US defence secretary Lloyd Austin in Kyiv as the government repeated its plea for offensive weapons to take on the Russian forces.

Amid the war with Russia, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky met US secretary of state Antony Blinken and US defence secretary Lloyd Austin in Kyiv as the government repeated its plea for offensive weapons to take on the Russian forces. Ukraine has been consistently demanding heavier weapons to take on Putin's forces as Russia continues its push in Mariupol located in the Black Sea region. Also Read in Pics: Russia's 'special military operation' enters third month The Zelensky government invited Russia for talks near the Azovstal plant in Mariupol. Reports say Ukrainian fighters and civilians are stuck in the city even as Russia continues to bombard the city. Mariupol residents have been low on electricity, food and water for weeks amid the fierce fighting. President Zelensky's aid confirmed the proposed talks saying that it could be held "right next to the walls of Azovstal" even as Zelensky's advisor Mikhaylo Podolyak said: "Russia is continuously attacking the Mariupol Azovstal." Watch: German Chancellor faces criticism for Ukraine stance Meanwhile, the UN refugee agency said over 5 million Ukrainians have fled the country since President Putin announced the "special military operation" against Ukraine on February 24. The majority of those who have fled are women and children. Most refugees have poured into neighbouring Poland numbering over 2.8 million including to Romania, Hungary, Moldova and Slovakia. According to the UN, over 500,000 people have also sought refuge in Russia with over 1,00000 crossing over to Russia from the separatist pro-Russian regions of Donetsk and Lugansk. Also Read in Pics: Moskva warship saga: Russia's view and Ukraine's missile theory The UN had called for a stop in fighting to allow the evacuation of Mariupol residents, however, Ukrainian officials said over the weekend that evacuation attempts were "thwarted" by Russian forces. (With inputs from Agencies)

Ukraine war: As Blinken, Austin visit, Kyiv invites Russia for talks amid continuing attacks

<p>Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the country's defence minister Ganna Maliar said Ukraine has regained control of "the whole Kyiv region".</p>

<p>"Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region were liberated from the invader," Maliar said even as the towns faced heavy destruction due to continued Russian shelling.</p>

<p>The mayor of Bucha said at least &nbsp;280 people were buried in mass graves as reports claimed there were heavily mined areas in Irpin.</p>

<p>Ukraine had said earlier that Russian forces were steadily withdrawing from northern areas however they had begun to focus their attention&nbsp;on the east and south of the country.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Ukraine's negotiator David Arakhamia said Russia had "verbally" agreed to Ukraine's proposals however he added that there is&nbsp;"no official confirmation in writing".</p>

<p>Russian and Ukrainian negotiators had met earlier this week in Istanbul as Russia assured its forces will&nbsp;withdraw from the Kyiv region to ensure a conducive atmosphere for the dialogue process even as Turkey's President Erdogan called both sides to stay engaged in talks.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Zelensky says 3,000 rescued from Mariupol</strong>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Arakhamia added that a meeting between Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir could likely take place either in Ankara or Istanbul.</p>

<p>Ukrainian presidential adviser&nbsp;Mykhaylo Podolyak had said earlier that Russian forces were in "rapid retreat" from the Kyiv and Chernigiv regions.</p>

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<p>"It is completely clear that Russia is prioritising a different tactic: falling back on the east and south," Podolyak added even as President Zelensky informed that "humanitarian corridors" were open in Donetsk, Lugansk and Zaporizhzhia.</p>

<p>Ukraine's president said 6,266 people were rescued including 3,071 from Mariupol.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the country's defence minister Ganna Maliar said Ukraine has regained control of "the whole Kyiv region". "Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region were liberated from the invader," Maliar said even as the towns faced heavy destruction due to continued Russian shelling.

Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the country's defence minister Ganna Maliar said Ukraine has regained control of "the whole Kyiv region". "Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region were liberated from the invader," Maliar said even as the towns faced heavy destruction due to continued Russian shelling. The mayor of Bucha said at least 280 people were buried in mass graves as reports claimed there were heavily mined areas in Irpin. Ukraine had said earlier that Russian forces were steadily withdrawing from northern areas however they had begun to focus their attention on the east and south of the country. Also Read in Pics: How Ukraine's elite IT force halted Russia's brigade eyeing Kyiv Meanwhile, Ukraine's negotiator David Arakhamia said Russia had "verbally" agreed to Ukraine's proposals however he added that there is "no official confirmation in writing". Russian and Ukrainian negotiators had met earlier this week in Istanbul as Russia assured its forces will withdraw from the Kyiv region to ensure a conducive atmosphere for the dialogue process even as Turkey's President Erdogan called both sides to stay engaged in talks. Watch: Zelensky says 3,000 rescued from Mariupol Arakhamia added that a meeting between Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir could likely take place either in Ankara or Istanbul. Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhaylo Podolyak had said earlier that Russian forces were in "rapid retreat" from the Kyiv and Chernigiv regions. Also Read in Pics: Russia's tactical nuclear weapons arsenal: Will Putin use it? "It is completely clear that Russia is prioritising a different tactic: falling back on the east and south," Podolyak added even as President Zelensky informed that "humanitarian corridors" were open in Donetsk, Lugansk and Zaporizhzhia. Ukraine's president said 6,266 people were rescued including 3,071 from Mariupol. (With inputs from Agencies)

Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region liberated: Ukraine

<p>Amid efforts to start peace talks in Turkey, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky told Russian journalists in an interview that his government is considering Russian demand of Ukrainian neutrality.</p>

<p>Zelensky said the Russian demand is being "carefully studied". Before the war, President Putin had directed NATO not to induct Ukraine into its military alliance. Earlier, Russia had had said Swedish and Austrian models of neutrality could be adopted by Ukraine, however, the proposal was rejected by Zelensky's government.</p>

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<p>Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov however added that although President Putin "has never refused to meet President Zelensky" but&nbsp;that meeting between the two leaders would be "counterproductive".</p>

<p>Ukraine and Russian officials have reportedly confirmed talks to take place in Turkey on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Zelensky said he had spoken to Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi over the security guarantees issue. Zelensky's comments come as Ukrainian and Russian officials get set to meet in Istanbul after President Erdogan spoke to President Vladimir Putin on Sunday.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Will Biden's remarks affect peace talks?</strong></p>

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<p>Russia's military had signalled last week that it was shifting its focus to the separatist region of Donbas in eastern Ukraine. "I don't think there will be any breakthrough on the main issues," Ukrainian interior ministry adviser Vadym Denysenko said even though Zelensky during his interview with Russian journalists said some kind of "compromise" could be worked out on Donbas.</p>

<p>Lavrov had declared that he wanted Ukraine to "stop assimilating itself with the West, with NATO, in the military sense".</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, President Biden proposed $6.9 billion in aid to Ukraine against Russia and to bolster NATO as Russia continued to intensify its campaign in Ukraine.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


Amid efforts to start peace talks in Turkey, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky told Russian journalists in an interview that his government is considering Russian demand of Ukrainian neutrality.

Amid efforts to start peace talks in Turkey, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky told Russian journalists in an interview that his government is considering Russian demand of Ukrainian neutrality. Zelensky said the Russian demand is being "carefully studied". Before the war, President Putin had directed NATO not to induct Ukraine into its military alliance. Earlier, Russia had had said Swedish and Austrian models of neutrality could be adopted by Ukraine, however, the proposal was rejected by Zelensky's government. Also Read in Pics: What Panzerfaust 3 weapons can do against Russian tanks Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov however added that although President Putin "has never refused to meet President Zelensky" but that meeting between the two leaders would be "counterproductive". Ukraine and Russian officials have reportedly confirmed talks to take place in Turkey on Tuesday. Zelensky said he had spoken to Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi over the security guarantees issue. Zelensky's comments come as Ukrainian and Russian officials get set to meet in Istanbul after President Erdogan spoke to President Vladimir Putin on Sunday. Watch: Will Biden's remarks affect peace talks? Russia's military had signalled last week that it was shifting its focus to the separatist region of Donbas in eastern Ukraine. "I don't think there will be any breakthrough on the main issues," Ukrainian interior ministry adviser Vadym Denysenko said even though Zelensky during his interview with Russian journalists said some kind of "compromise" could be worked out on Donbas. Lavrov had declared that he wanted Ukraine to "stop assimilating itself with the West, with NATO, in the military sense". Also Read: History of urban warfare & why Russia will find it difficult to conquer Kyiv Meanwhile, President Biden proposed $6.9 billion in aid to Ukraine against Russia and to bolster NATO as Russia continued to intensify its campaign in Ukraine. (With inputs from Agencies)

Ahead of talks in Istanbul, Zelensky says Russian demand being 'carefully studied'

<p>As Ukraine continues to battle Russian forces, President Zelensky in a video address to the Doha Forum said urged an increase in the output of energy.</p>

<p>"I ask you to increase the output of energy to ensure that everyone in Russia understands that no one can use energy as a weapon to blackmail the world," Zelensky told the Doha Forum.</p>

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<p>"They are bragging that they can destroy with nuclear weapons not only a certain country but the entire planet," Zelensky said after President Putin had put his nuclear forces on alert amid the Ukraine war.</p>

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<p>Ukraine's president has been pleading NATO to declare a no-fly zone since the outbreak of the war, however, the European military alliance has so far rejected Zelensky's plea.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Ukrainian forces try to recapture towns outside Kyiv</strong></p>

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<p>On Friday, Zelensky&nbsp;had said the situation in Mariupol remains "tragic" despite evacuations as Russia continues its bombing campaign. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, presidential advisor Oleksiy Arestovych claimed Ukraine's forces had killed the commander of the 49th Russian Southern District Army, General Yakov Ryazantsev in a strike on Chornobayivka near Kherson even as President Zelensky claimed Chernobayevka will "go down in the history of warfare".</p>

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<p>Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the White House said on Saturday that President Biden will meet two Ukrainian ministers in Warsaw.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


As Ukraine continues to battle Russian forces, President Zelensky in a video address to the Doha Forum said urged an increase in the output of energy. "I ask you to increase the output of energy to ensure that everyone in Russia understands that no one can use energy as a weapon to blackmail the world," Zelensky told the Doha Forum.

As Ukraine continues to battle Russian forces, President Zelensky in a video address to the Doha Forum said urged an increase in the output of energy. "I ask you to increase the output of energy to ensure that everyone in Russia understands that no one can use energy as a weapon to blackmail the world," Zelensky told the Doha Forum. Also Read in Pics: One month since Russia invaded Ukraine: Hundreds dead, millions displaced - When will it end? "They are bragging that they can destroy with nuclear weapons not only a certain country but the entire planet," Zelensky said after President Putin had put his nuclear forces on alert amid the Ukraine war. HE Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian President at #DohaForum Opening Ceremony. pic.twitter.com/TMJ7eVMHhG — Doha Forum (@DohaForum) March 26, 2022 × Ukraine's president has been pleading NATO to declare a no-fly zone since the outbreak of the war, however, the European military alliance has so far rejected Zelensky's plea. Watch: Ukrainian forces try to recapture towns outside Kyiv On Friday, Zelensky had said the situation in Mariupol remains "tragic" despite evacuations as Russia continues its bombing campaign. Meanwhile, presidential advisor Oleksiy Arestovych claimed Ukraine's forces had killed the commander of the 49th Russian Southern District Army, General Yakov Ryazantsev in a strike on Chornobayivka near Kherson even as President Zelensky claimed Chernobayevka will "go down in the history of warfare". Also Read in Pics: Drone warfare in Ukraine: Switchblade 'buzzing bee' drones vs Russia's Orlan-10 Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the White House said on Saturday that President Biden will meet two Ukrainian ministers in Warsaw. (With inputs from Agencies)

Increase energy output so that nobody can use it as a weapon to blackmail: Zelensky to Doha Forum

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<p>Amid Western assistance to Ukraine in the ongoing with Russia, President Zelensky asserted that "it all came at a cost, it's not for free".</p>

<p>"Sometimes we receive weapons directly, but you have to understand that everything has its price," Ukraine's president said even as Russia said on Saturday that it could target foreign military supplies and convoys to Ukraine.</p>

<p>On Monday, Russian forces targeted a Ukrainian base near the border with NATO member Poland. Reports said at least 35 people were killed in the attack and 130 injured.</p>

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<p>According to the Russian defence ministry, it had targeted weapons depots which were reportedly supplied by foreign nations. The Russian ministry claimed it had killed "180 foreign mercenaries".</p>

<p>The attack took place at the Yavoriv International Centre for Peacekeeping and Security which is just 25 km from the Polish border. US Secretary of state Anthony Blinken condemned the attack saying the "brutality must stop".</p>

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<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Mariupol under siege: Over 2,100 people killed</strong></p>

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<p>After the attack, President Zelensky warned NATO nations saying that it was "only a matter of time before Russian rockets" would fall on NATO territory while repeating his call for a no-fly zone over Ukraine.</p>

<p>Zelensky's comments come as Russian troops continued their push on Kyiv and conducted strikes on other Ukrainian cities. At least nine people were killed in a Russian strike in Mykolai, the governor said. The city is strategically located on the road to the port city of Odessa.</p>

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<p>Reports say Russian forces have been advancing from various directions over Kyiv while capturing an airport in Vasylkiv town close to the capital. Mariupol city has also been heavily bombed in the past few days with food and water running low in the city amid&nbsp;civilian casualties due to continued Russian shelling.&nbsp;</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Amid Western assistance to Ukraine in the ongoing with Russia, President Zelensky asserted that "it all came at a cost, it's not for free". "Sometimes we receive weapons directly, but you have to understand that everything has its price," Ukraine's president said even as Russia said on Saturday that it could target foreign military supplies and convoys to Ukraine. On Monday, Russian forces targeted a Ukrainian base near the border with NATO member Poland. Reports said at least 35 people were killed in the attack and 130 injured. Also Read in Pics: Ukraine claims to capture Russia's Pantsir-S1 missile system; is it a rich catch? According to the Russian defence ministry, it had targeted weapons depots which were reportedly supplied by foreign nations. The Russian ministry claimed it had killed "180 foreign mercenaries". The attack took place at the Yavoriv International Centre for Peacekeeping and Security which is just 25 km from the Polish border. US Secretary of state Anthony Blinken condemned the attack saying the "brutality must stop". We condemn the Russian Federation’s missile attack on the International Center for Peacekeeping and Security in Yavoriv, close to Ukraine’s border with Poland. The brutality must stop. — Secretary Antony Blinken (@SecBlinken) March 13, 2022 × Watch: Mariupol under siege: Over 2,100 people killed After the attack, President Zelensky warned NATO nations saying that it was "only a matter of time before Russian rockets" would fall on NATO territory while repeating his call for a no-fly zone over Ukraine. Zelensky's comments come as Russian troops continued their push on Kyiv and conducted strikes on other Ukrainian cities. At least nine people were killed in a Russian strike in Mykolai, the governor said. The city is strategically located on the road to the port city of Odessa. Also Read: Napoleon's Waterloo & Hitler's Barbarossa: 5 lessons Putin can learn from failed war campaigns Reports say Russian forces have been advancing from various directions over Kyiv while capturing an airport in Vasylkiv town close to the capital. Mariupol city has also been heavily bombed in the past few days with food and water running low in the city amid civilian casualties due to continued Russian shelling. (With inputs from Agencies)

It's not for free, says Zelensky on Western arms sale to Ukraine

<p>As Russia's war against&nbsp;Ukraine continues, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Ukraine had "plans" in case President Zelensky is killed during the war.</p>

<p>"The Ukrainians have plans in place that I'm not going to talk about or get into any details on to make sure that there is what we would call continuity of government one way or another. And let me leave it at that," Blinken told a US television channel.</p>

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<p>President Zelensky had earlier said that he is Russia's main target and his family is also under Russian radar even as Ukrainian security officials had said they&nbsp;had thwarted an assassination attempt&nbsp;against Zelensky.</p>

<p>Russia had kept its relentless bombing campaign in Kyiv even as President Zelensky declared he was stationed in Ukraine's capital and hadn't left the city. However, the whereabouts of the Ukraine president is unknown even as he continues to appear through video link.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Imran Khan slams West's demand to denounce Russia</strong></p>

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<p>On Sunday, Zelensky had said a Russian missile strike had destroyed Vinnytsia airport in central Ukraine as he asked Western nations to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine. President Putin had warned against the imposition of a no-fly zone.</p>

<p>"We repeat every day: close the sky over Ukraine. Close for all Russian missiles, for Russian combat aircraft, for all their terrorists," he Zelensky said, adding," if you don't give us at least planes so we can protect ourselves, there's only one thing to conclude; you want us to be killed very slowly."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>President Zelensky added that Russian forces were preparing to bomb the port city of Odessa in the Black Sea as Ukrainian authorities set up several checkpoints in city. The cit is strategically located in the Moldovan border and the Russian-occupied region of Transnistria.</p>

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As Russia's war against Ukraine continues, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Ukraine had "plans" in case President Zelensky is killed during the war. "The Ukrainians have plans in place that I'm not going to talk about or get into any details on to make sure that there is what we would call continuity of government one way or another.

As Russia's war against Ukraine continues, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Ukraine had "plans" in case President Zelensky is killed during the war. "The Ukrainians have plans in place that I'm not going to talk about or get into any details on to make sure that there is what we would call continuity of government one way or another. And let me leave it at that," Blinken told a US television channel. Also Read in Pics: In long air battle, can Ukraine hold out against Russian Air Force? President Zelensky had earlier said that he is Russia's main target and his family is also under Russian radar even as Ukrainian security officials had said they had thwarted an assassination attempt against Zelensky. Russia had kept its relentless bombing campaign in Kyiv even as President Zelensky declared he was stationed in Ukraine's capital and hadn't left the city. However, the whereabouts of the Ukraine president is unknown even as he continues to appear through video link. Watch: Imran Khan slams West's demand to denounce Russia On Sunday, Zelensky had said a Russian missile strike had destroyed Vinnytsia airport in central Ukraine as he asked Western nations to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine. President Putin had warned against the imposition of a no-fly zone. "We repeat every day: close the sky over Ukraine. Close for all Russian missiles, for Russian combat aircraft, for all their terrorists," he Zelensky said, adding," if you don't give us at least planes so we can protect ourselves, there's only one thing to conclude; you want us to be killed very slowly." Also Read in Pics: What does aftermath of Russian invasion look like for Ukraine? President Zelensky added that Russian forces were preparing to bomb the port city of Odessa in the Black Sea as Ukrainian authorities set up several checkpoints in city. The cit is strategically located in the Moldovan border and the Russian-occupied region of Transnistria. (With inputs from Agencies)

Ukrainians have plans in place, should Zelensky die during war, says Blinken