Russian president Vladimir Putin has dared the western allies to face Russia on the battlefield. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky called on the West to help with more supplies of military aid highlighting the need for more air defense systems.

Russia continues bid to encircle Donbas region, Zelensky calls for military aid

President Zelensky on Friday urged Ukrainian lawmakers & govt officials to work fast on passing & implementing all measures Ukraine needs to take to join the European Union.

President Zelensky urges Ukraine's officials to work fast to join the EU

<p>Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Russian leader Putin of turning into a "terrorist" two days after Russian missiles destroyed a shopping centre with more than 1,000 people inside in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk, killing at least 18 people. For more than four months, Russia and Ukraine have been at war. Millions of people have been displaced or forced to leave the country due to the war, which has claimed thousands of lives.</p>

<p>In a video message to the UN Security Council, Zelensky particularly mentioned the Baltic republics, Poland, Moldova, and Kazakhstan while stating that the Kremlin must be "brought to justice" in order for it to prevent "it from bringing terrorist action" to other European and Asian nations.</p>

<p>"We need to act urgently to do everything to make Russia stop the killing spree," Zelensky said.</p>

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<p>After Russia's military denied targeting the mall on Monday, he suggested the UN send a representative to Ukraine so officials could independently confirm that the deadly attack on the Kremenchuk retail complex "in fact was a Russian missile strike."</p>

<p>According to Zelensky, the Russian president has turned into a terrorist. "Terrorist attacks every day, seven days a week. They work as terrorists every day."</p>

<p>Zelensky cited Article 6 of the UN Charter, which states that a member that's "persistently violated the principles contained in the present Charter may be expelled from the organisation by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council."</p>

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Russian leader Putin of turning into a "terrorist" two days after Russian missiles destroyed a shopping centre with more than 1,000 people inside in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk, killing at least 18 people.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Russian leader Putin of turning into a "terrorist" two days after Russian missiles destroyed a shopping centre with more than 1,000 people inside in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk, killing at least 18 people. For more than four months, Russia and Ukraine have been at war. Millions of people have been displaced or forced to leave the country due to the war, which has claimed thousands of lives. In a video message to the UN Security Council, Zelensky particularly mentioned the Baltic republics, Poland, Moldova, and Kazakhstan while stating that the Kremlin must be "brought to justice" in order for it to prevent "it from bringing terrorist action" to other European and Asian nations. "We need to act urgently to do everything to make Russia stop the killing spree," Zelensky said. Watch | Gravitas Plus: The story of Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky After Russia's military denied targeting the mall on Monday, he suggested the UN send a representative to Ukraine so officials could independently confirm that the deadly attack on the Kremenchuk retail complex "in fact was a Russian missile strike." According to Zelensky, the Russian president has turned into a terrorist. "Terrorist attacks every day, seven days a week. They work as terrorists every day." Zelensky cited Article 6 of the UN Charter, which states that a member that's "persistently violated the principles contained in the present Charter may be expelled from the organisation by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council." That's unlikely to occur because Russia is a permanent member of the UN Security Council and has veto power. A provision that would call a General Assembly meeting immediately if any of the Security Council's five veto-wielding members used their authority to obstruct a resolution was overwhelmingly adopted by the UN in April. 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.

Putin has become 'a terrorist,'says Zelensky, urges UN to expel Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused Russia of being a “terrorist state” and said Moscow was capable of chemical weapon attacks.

Russia-Ukraine altercations escalate: Zelensky calls Russia ‘ a terror state’

At the UN, Russian President Vladimir Zelensky called his country a "terrorist state". Zelenskiy campaigned for Moscow's expulsion from the UN and the establishment of a tribunal to look into the conduct of the Russian military in Ukraine.

Zelensky urges action on Russia calling it a 'Terrorist state' in U.N.

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will address the G7 summit on Monday as his country reels from first Russian strike on Kyiv in weeks.</p>

<p>US President Joe Biden and his counterparts from the Group of Seven wealthy democracies, meeting in the Bavarian Alps, have stressed their unity in the face of Russia's aggression -- even as the global fallout worsens.</p>

<p>Zelensky will join G7 leaders of the United States Germany, Britain, France, Italy, Japan and Canada via video link at 0800 GMT.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ukrainian president has renewed call for more weapons and air defence systems to the country currently under attack from Russia.</p>

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<p>"We need a powerful air defence -- modern, fully effective. Which can ensure complete protection against these missiles. We talk about this every day with our partners. There are already some agreements. And partners need to move faster if they are really partners, not observers," he said in his daily address.</p>

<p>"Delays in the transfer of weapons to our state, any restrictions are actually an invitation for Russia to strike again and again."</p>

<p>This appeal has come after Russia struck a residential building in Kyiv. Ukraine said that the strike left one person dead and injured four others. The injured include a seven-year-old girl.</p>

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<p>Biden condemned the strikes, the first on the Ukrainian capital in almost three weeks, as "barbarism".</p>

<p>German Chancellor and G7 host Olaf Scholz said the attack showed again "that it is right to stand together and support Ukrainians".</p>

<p>Russia denied it had hit a civilian target.</p>

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<p>The G7 summit, is being held at the picturesque Elmau Castle, runs until Tuesday. It will be followed by a meeting of NATO countries in Spain, which Zelensky is also expected to dial into.</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will address the G7 summit on Monday as his country reels from first Russian strike on Kyiv in weeks. US President Joe Biden and his counterparts from the Group of Seven wealthy democracies, meeting in the Bavarian Alps, have stressed their unity in the face of Russia's aggression -- even as the global fallout worsens.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will address the G7 summit on Monday as his country reels from first Russian strike on Kyiv in weeks. US President Joe Biden and his counterparts from the Group of Seven wealthy democracies, meeting in the Bavarian Alps, have stressed their unity in the face of Russia's aggression -- even as the global fallout worsens. Zelensky will join G7 leaders of the United States Germany, Britain, France, Italy, Japan and Canada via video link at 0800 GMT. The Ukrainian president has renewed call for more weapons and air defence systems to the country currently under attack from Russia. Watch | G7 unveils 'Partnership for Global infrastructure' plan to counter China × "We need a powerful air defence -- modern, fully effective. Which can ensure complete protection against these missiles. We talk about this every day with our partners. There are already some agreements. And partners need to move faster if they are really partners, not observers," he said in his daily address. "Delays in the transfer of weapons to our state, any restrictions are actually an invitation for Russia to strike again and again." This appeal has come after Russia struck a residential building in Kyiv. Ukraine said that the strike left one person dead and injured four others. The injured include a seven-year-old girl. Also Read | G7 announced $600 billion global infrastructure plan to rival China’s BRI Biden condemned the strikes, the first on the Ukrainian capital in almost three weeks, as "barbarism". German Chancellor and G7 host Olaf Scholz said the attack showed again "that it is right to stand together and support Ukrainians". Russia denied it had hit a civilian target. Also Read | Russia-Ukraine war: One dead, several wounded in missile strike on central Kyiv The G7 summit, is being held at the picturesque Elmau Castle, runs until Tuesday. It will be followed by a meeting of NATO countries in Spain, which Zelensky is also expected to dial into. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Zelensky to address G7 summit as Russia pounds Kyiv

Violence escalated in East Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion. While Kyiv awaits the EU's membership decision, Zelensky said that Russia is looking to intensify attacks on Ukraine.

As Kyiv awaits the EU's membership decision, Zelensky says Russia to intensify attacks on Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson paid tribute to Ukrainian soldiers killed in the conflict.

Boris Johnson meets Volodymyr Zelensky in Ukraine

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes unannounced trip to Ukrainian capital Kyiv. He has promised more military aid and training on new equipment to Ukraine.

British PM Boris Johnson makes second trip to Kyiv, promises more military aid to Ukraine

In a latest update on Russia-Ukraine conflict, US has announced arms aid worth $1 billion for Ukrainian troops. US has also announced $225mn Humanitarian Assistance and urged allies to step up aid to Kyiv.

US pledges new $1bn arms aid, announces $225mn Humanitarian assistance to Ukraine

Representatives from France, Germany, Italy have arrived in Kyiv, making it the first time that leaders of three European countries have visited Kyiv since Russia invaded Ukraine back in February. For more details, we're joined by Trent Murray, Correspondent from Berlin.

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Macron, Scholz and Draghi arrive in Kyiv to meet Zelensky

The Ukraine War has been raging on for months. West has provided Kyiv with military support. But now, with domestic crises intensifying within the western nations, how long will they be able to help Ukraine hold out the Russian invasion?

Russia intensifies fight in Ukraine, Zelensky calls for speedy arms delivery

Russia claims it has destroyed a NATO arms depot in western Ukraine, this as president Volodymyr Zelenskyy again called on the West to speed up arms deliveries to the war-torn nation.

Russia destroys NATO weapons depot, Zelensky urges West for quick arms delivery

A topic that dominated the crucial Shangri-La talks in Singapore was a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian president Vladimir Zelensky spoke at the summit virtually from an undisclosed location.

Russian invasion of Ukraine dominates Asia Security Summit

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky believes that that his country will prevail in war. Meanwhile, Ukraine also added Russia has 10 times more artillery than United States and we appeal quicker delivery of weapons from West.

Ukrainian President Zelensky hopes to win despite losing most of Luhansk

EU chief met Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss the membership of Ukraine. Zelensky has urged for an immediate accession to the Bloc and also appealed for additional military aid.

Zelensky says it is a decisive time for the country as Ukraine renews its call for the EU candidacy

EU chief meets Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss Ukraine's membership

<p>Russia claimed on Tuesday that it had taken control of residential neighbourhoods in Severodonetsk, a flashpoint city in eastern Ukraine. The city is a key hub in the eastern Donbas region.</p>

<p>Russian and Ukrainian forces have fought for weeks for the city but the battle grinds on. Civilians have been fleeing and about 800 have taken refuge in a chemical factory.</p>

<p>"The residential areas of the city of Severodonetsk have been fully liberated," Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said.</p>

<p>The Russian army was still seeking to establish control over the city's "industrial zone and the nearest settlements," he added.</p>

<p><strong>'Heroic' defence underway, says Zelensky</strong></p>

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<p><em>(Ukrainian troops repair a tank in this picture taken on June 7, 2022 in Donbas. Image: AFP)</em></p>

<p>Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a 'heroic' is going on in the Donbas region.</p>

<p>“The situation on the front lines hasn’t changed much over the last 24 hours. The absolutely heroic defence of Donbas is ongoing, the hot spots remain the same. First of all, Sievierodonetsk, Lysychansk, and Popasna. It is absolutely felt that the occupiers didn’t believe the resistance of our military would be so strong and now they are trying to bring in new resources towards the Donbas. It is the same in Kherson - they are bringing in new units to stifle our actions," he said. He was quoted by Reuters.</p>

<p>After failing to capture Ukrainian capital Kyiv, Russia has focussed its firepower on Donbas region. Separatist elements in the region have long enjoyed support from Russia.</p>

<p><strong>World Bank okays fresh funds for Ukraine</strong></p>

<p>The executive board of the World Bank on Tuesday approved USD 1.49 billion of additional funds for Ukraine to help the country pay wages for government and social workers. These fresh funds have expanded the bank's total pledged support to over $4 billion</p>

<p>The World Bank said in a statement that the latest funding is supported by financing guarantees from Britain, the Netherlands, Lithuania and Latvia. The project is also being supported by parallel financing from Italy and contributions from a new Multi-Donor Trust Fund.</p>

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Russia claimed on Tuesday that it had taken control of residential neighbourhoods in Severodonetsk, a flashpoint city in eastern Ukraine. The city is a key hub in the eastern Donbas region.

Russia claimed on Tuesday that it had taken control of residential neighbourhoods in Severodonetsk, a flashpoint city in eastern Ukraine. The city is a key hub in the eastern Donbas region. Russian and Ukrainian forces have fought for weeks for the city but the battle grinds on. Civilians have been fleeing and about 800 have taken refuge in a chemical factory. "The residential areas of the city of Severodonetsk have been fully liberated," Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said. The Russian army was still seeking to establish control over the city's "industrial zone and the nearest settlements," he added. 'Heroic' defence underway, says Zelensky (Ukrainian troops repair a tank in this picture taken on June 7, 2022 in Donbas. Image: AFP) Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a 'heroic' is going on in the Donbas region. “The situation on the front lines hasn’t changed much over the last 24 hours. The absolutely heroic defence of Donbas is ongoing, the hot spots remain the same. First of all, Sievierodonetsk, Lysychansk, and Popasna. It is absolutely felt that the occupiers didn’t believe the resistance of our military would be so strong and now they are trying to bring in new resources towards the Donbas. It is the same in Kherson - they are bringing in new units to stifle our actions," he said. He was quoted by Reuters. After failing to capture Ukrainian capital Kyiv, Russia has focussed its firepower on Donbas region. Separatist elements in the region have long enjoyed support from Russia. World Bank okays fresh funds for Ukraine The executive board of the World Bank on Tuesday approved USD 1.49 billion of additional funds for Ukraine to help the country pay wages for government and social workers. These fresh funds have expanded the bank's total pledged support to over $4 billion The World Bank said in a statement that the latest funding is supported by financing guarantees from Britain, the Netherlands, Lithuania and Latvia. The project is also being supported by parallel financing from Italy and contributions from a new Multi-Donor Trust Fund. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Russia claims progress, Zelensky says 'heroic' defence underway in Donbas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned over blockaded grain stock. Zelensky said the food grain in Ukraine could triple.

‘Volume of grains could triple’: Ukraine warns after Russian blockade of export

<p>Thanking British Prime Minister Boris Johnson for a "complete" understanding of Kyiv's needs, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the UK has been providing weapons Kyiv needs to fight the war with Russia.</p>

<p>"I am grateful to Prime Minister Boris Johnson for the complete understanding of our demands and preparedness to provide Ukraine with exactly the weapons that it so needs to protect the lives of our people," Zelensky said.</p>

<p>It comes after the UK defied Russian President Vladimir Putin's warning and announced that it will supply Ukraine with multiple-launch rocket systems that can strike targets up to 80 km (50 miles) away.</p>

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<p>In a pivotal battle of the Kremlin offensive in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region, Ukrainian and Russian troops are fighting street by street for control of the industrial city of Sievierodonetsk.</p>

<p>"Looking for ways to avoid the food crisis &amp; unblock (Ukraine's) ports," Zelensky and Johnson held a phone conversation after Russia's naval blockade of Ukraine due to which Kyib is not able to export a majority of its agricultural produce.</p>

<p>It comes after a large rebellion in Johnson's Conservative Party over the so-called "partygate" scandal dealt a blow to his authority even though he survived a confidence vote in the UK.</p>

<p>In a move that could severely weaken Ukraine’s standing and allow the Russian military to advance closer to the center of the country, Zelensky also said Moscow’s forces intend to take the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia which is home to more than 700,000 people.</p>

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Thanking British Prime Minister Boris Johnson for a "complete" understanding of Kyiv's needs, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the UK has been providing weapons Kyiv needs to fight the war with Russia.

Thanking British Prime Minister Boris Johnson for a "complete" understanding of Kyiv's needs, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the UK has been providing weapons Kyiv needs to fight the war with Russia. "I am grateful to Prime Minister Boris Johnson for the complete understanding of our demands and preparedness to provide Ukraine with exactly the weapons that it so needs to protect the lives of our people," Zelensky said. It comes after the UK defied Russian President Vladimir Putin's warning and announced that it will supply Ukraine with multiple-launch rocket systems that can strike targets up to 80 km (50 miles) away. In a pivotal battle of the Kremlin offensive in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region, Ukrainian and Russian troops are fighting street by street for control of the industrial city of Sievierodonetsk. "Looking for ways to avoid the food crisis & unblock (Ukraine's) ports," Zelensky and Johnson held a phone conversation after Russia's naval blockade of Ukraine due to which Kyib is not able to export a majority of its agricultural produce. It comes after a large rebellion in Johnson's Conservative Party over the so-called "partygate" scandal dealt a blow to his authority even though he survived a confidence vote in the UK. In a move that could severely weaken Ukraine’s standing and allow the Russian military to advance closer to the center of the country, Zelensky also said Moscow’s forces intend to take the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia which is home to more than 700,000 people. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

British PM Boris Johnson providing Ukraine with exactly the right weapons: Zelensky

Ukraine said it needs continuous military support and not a one-off aid amid ongoing battle. The US, Nordic countries & others pledged military support to Ukraine. The US, the UK, Canada are the other countries that have pledged military aid to Ukraine.

Weapons to Ukraine: US, France, Germany - Who's helping and with how much

<p>Friday, June 3, was the 100th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by vowing victory in the conflict. His confident assertion came even as Russian forces pounded eastern Donbas region.</p>

<p>Russian invasion of Ukraine started on February 24. Thousands of people have been killed and millions have been displaced till now in Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Victory will be ours," Zelensky said in a video address similar to one he posted at the onset of the war outside government buildings in Kyiv.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | 100 days of the Russia-Ukraine war: Global food &amp; fuel crisis worsen</strong></p>

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<p>Russia's advance has been slowed by a fierce Ukrainian resistance which repelled them from around the capital and forced Moscow to shift its aims towards capturing the east.</p>

<p>In spite of Russia's slow advance, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Pescov said, "certain results have been achieved". He pointed at "liberation" &nbsp;of some areas from what he called the "pro-Nazi armed forces of Ukraine".</p>

<p>Western countries including the US have continued sending potent weapons to Ukraine. They have also imposed stringent sanctions on Russia. The European Union on Friday, formally adopted a ban on most Russian oil imports.</p>

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<p>Putin's alleged girlfriend, former gymnast Alina Kabaeva, was also added to an assets freeze and visa-ban blacklist, along with Russian army personnel suspected of war crimes.</p>

<p>Amid the unfolding situation, the United Nations has said that it is leading intense negotiations with Russia to allow Ukranian grain to leave country's ports in order to avoid food crisis.</p>

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Friday, June 3, was the 100th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by vowing victory in the conflict. His confident assertion came even as Russian forces pounded eastern Donbas region.

Friday, June 3, was the 100th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by vowing victory in the conflict. His confident assertion came even as Russian forces pounded eastern Donbas region. Russian invasion of Ukraine started on February 24. Thousands of people have been killed and millions have been displaced till now in Ukraine conflict. "Victory will be ours," Zelensky said in a video address similar to one he posted at the onset of the war outside government buildings in Kyiv. Watch | 100 days of the Russia-Ukraine war: Global food & fuel crisis worsen × Russia's advance has been slowed by a fierce Ukrainian resistance which repelled them from around the capital and forced Moscow to shift its aims towards capturing the east. In spite of Russia's slow advance, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Pescov said, "certain results have been achieved". He pointed at "liberation" of some areas from what he called the "pro-Nazi armed forces of Ukraine". Western countries including the US have continued sending potent weapons to Ukraine. They have also imposed stringent sanctions on Russia. The European Union on Friday, formally adopted a ban on most Russian oil imports. Also Read | Ukraine war: EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions Putin's alleged girlfriend, former gymnast Alina Kabaeva, was also added to an assets freeze and visa-ban blacklist, along with Russian army personnel suspected of war crimes. Amid the unfolding situation, the United Nations has said that it is leading intense negotiations with Russia to allow Ukranian grain to leave country's ports in order to avoid food crisis. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

'Victory will be ours,' says Ukraine President Zelensky on 100th day of fight with Russia

The conflict in Ukraine entered 100th day on Friday (June 3) with Russian forces continuing to push for control of Donbas region in eastern Ukraine. Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russia now controlled 20 per cent of Ukraine.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters 100th day, battle rages in Severodonetsk

The Russia-Ukraine war entered 100 days on June 3, 2022. Russian troops entered Ukrainian territory on February 24 this year. Troops from both sides have been engaged in fighting since. People have died, buildings destroyed and the war has had an economic impact. How has the war affected Russia and Ukraine?

100 days of Ukraine-Russia war: Cost of conflict, what is affected?

Ukraine war: Russia pummels eastern towns in bid to encircle Ukrainian forces

The Russian invasion of Ukraine entered its fourth month. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the country's troops serving on the frontline. The visit marks Zelensky's first official visit outside of Kyiv region since the full-blown invasion began in February

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Ukrainian President Zelensky visits Ukrainian troops serving on frontline

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After claiming to have captured the nearby rail hub of Lyman, Russia has intensified its offensive and has claimed to have surrounded the urban centre of Severodonetsk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Denying the claim, a Ukrainian official said that the Ukrainian Army had repelled Russian forces from the outskirts of the key city.</p>

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<p>Highlighting that Ukrainian defences in the east were "still holding up", Zelensky said that Kyiv is approaching the point where it would outnumber the Russians both technologically and in terms of its ability to strike.</p>

<p>Condemning Russia's "barbaric" strikes in the northeastern Sumy region, Zelensky said ''Ukraine will get everything back.''</p>

<p>Sievierodonetsk and nearby Lysychansk are the last areas under Ukrainian control in Luhansk, one of two provinces that make up the Donbas, where Zelensky has accused Moscow of carrying out a "genocide".</p>

<p>Russia has been waging an all-out war for the eastern Donbas, Ukraine's industrial heartland, after setbacks in its attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv.</p>

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<p>“If the occupiers think that Lyman or Sievierodonetsk will be theirs, they are wrong. Donbas will be Ukrainian,” Zelensky said in his address.</p>

<p>According to a statement issued by the Russian defence ministry, "The town of Krasny Liman has been entirely liberated from Ukrainian nationalists."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin, who calls his attack on Ukraine a ''special military operation'', has the West against ramping up arms supplies to Ukraine saying that it would be "dangerous" and risk "further destabilisation".</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions. After claiming to have captured the nearby rail hub of Lyman, Russia has intensified its offensive and has claimed to have surrounded the urban centre of Severodonetsk. Denying the claim, a Ukrainian official said that the Ukrainian Army had repelled Russian forces from the outskirts of the key city. Highlighting that Ukrainian defences in the east were "still holding up", Zelensky said that Kyiv is approaching the point where it would outnumber the Russians both technologically and in terms of its ability to strike. Condemning Russia's "barbaric" strikes in the northeastern Sumy region, Zelensky said ''Ukraine will get everything back.'' Sievierodonetsk and nearby Lysychansk are the last areas under Ukrainian control in Luhansk, one of two provinces that make up the Donbas, where Zelensky has accused Moscow of carrying out a "genocide". Russia has been waging an all-out war for the eastern Donbas, Ukraine's industrial heartland, after setbacks in its attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv. Also read | Western arms sale to Ukraine risks further destabilisation, warns Putin “If the occupiers think that Lyman or Sievierodonetsk will be theirs, they are wrong. Donbas will be Ukrainian,” Zelensky said in his address. According to a statement issued by the Russian defence ministry, "The town of Krasny Liman has been entirely liberated from Ukrainian nationalists." Russian President Vladimir Putin, who calls his attack on Ukraine a ''special military operation'', has the West against ramping up arms supplies to Ukraine saying that it would be "dangerous" and risk "further destabilisation". (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

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<p>To allow civilians to evacuate, Russia is slowing its offensive deliberately in Ukraine, said Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu on Tuesday, as per media reports. But the claim seems to have been mocked by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who called it pathetic lies to hide disastrous campaign. Russia is not "chasing deadlines" in Ukraine war, said a top security official. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In Mariupol, around 200 bodies have also been found in the basement of an apartment building, Ukrainian authorities said on Tuesday. The bodies were unearthed by workers, who were digging through the rubble. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In televised remarks aired on the 90th day of the war, Shoigu said, "Ceasefires are being declared and humanitarian corridors are being created in order to get people out of surrounded settlements. Of course, this slows down the pace of the offensive, but this is done deliberately to avoid casualties among the civilian population."&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Russian leader made the announcement in front of the defence ministers of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO). It is a military alliance between Russia and five other ex-Soviet republics.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The statement was dismissed by Zelensky as "absolutely unreal". "They are trying to cover the losses with lies about how they are supposedly not fighting at full strength. How pathetic - and the time will come when they will recognise this themselves," Zelensky said in an address. &nbsp;</p>

<p>All of President Vladimir Putin's goals would be met in Ukraine, said Nikolai Patrushev, secretary, Putin's Security Council. "Nazism must be 100% eradicated, or it will raise its head again in a few years, in an even uglier form," Patrushev said. &nbsp;</p>

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To allow civilians to evacuate, Russia is slowing its offensive deliberately in Ukraine, said Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu on Tuesday, as per media reports. But the claim seems to have been mocked by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who called it pathetic lies to hide disastrous campaign.

To allow civilians to evacuate, Russia is slowing its offensive deliberately in Ukraine, said Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu on Tuesday, as per media reports. But the claim seems to have been mocked by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who called it pathetic lies to hide disastrous campaign. Russia is not "chasing deadlines" in Ukraine war, said a top security official. In Mariupol, around 200 bodies have also been found in the basement of an apartment building, Ukrainian authorities said on Tuesday. The bodies were unearthed by workers, who were digging through the rubble. Also Read: Will Russia-Ukraine war come to an end? In televised remarks aired on the 90th day of the war, Shoigu said, "Ceasefires are being declared and humanitarian corridors are being created in order to get people out of surrounded settlements. Of course, this slows down the pace of the offensive, but this is done deliberately to avoid casualties among the civilian population." The Russian leader made the announcement in front of the defence ministers of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO). It is a military alliance between Russia and five other ex-Soviet republics. Watch: Families in Mariupol left in disbelief and grief × The statement was dismissed by Zelensky as "absolutely unreal". "They are trying to cover the losses with lies about how they are supposedly not fighting at full strength. How pathetic - and the time will come when they will recognise this themselves," Zelensky said in an address. All of President Vladimir Putin's goals would be met in Ukraine, said Nikolai Patrushev, secretary, Putin's Security Council. "Nazism must be 100% eradicated, or it will raise its head again in a few years, in an even uglier form," Patrushev said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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