Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that he will visit Washington on Wednesday, where he will held talks with US President Joe Biden. He is also scheduled to address a joint session of the US Senate and House of Representatives at Capitol Hill.

US President Joe Biden and Ukraine's Zelensky to meet at White House

While the world's attention is focused on a reaction to the explosion in Poland, Ukraine continues to defend itself. The Governor of Mykolaiv said that Ukraine shot down 12 missiles overnight, however, he did not report any casualties in the region. This comes after the US announced that CIA director William J. Burns met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

Russia fires over 100 missiles; CIA Chief meets Zelensky in Ukraine

Into the seventh week of the Russian invasion, Ukraine said that they had arrested a pro-Russian politician Viktor Medvedchuk who is seen as president Putin's closest ally in Ukraine.

Zelenskyy says Ukraine captured pro-Putin politician Viktor Medvedchuk

America is currently ramping up new sanctions against Russian political figures. All these people are close to the Russian president Vladimir Putin. However, in the latest, Ukrainian president Zelenskyy has urged US to not sanction Roman Abramovich but why

No sanctions on 'Abramovich', urges Ukrainian president Zelenskyy but why?

There is still a hope for diplomacy. Ukrainian president Zelenskyy has appealed for direct talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.

Russia-Ukraine crisis continues: Zelenskyy calls for direct engagement with Putin

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky continues to appeal for a no-fly zone despite repeated denials by NATO. Is Zelensky's political inexperience fueling this unrealistic demand? Or is the Ukrainian President more astute than we think? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: What is Volodymyr Zelensky's strategy?

For three weeks now, Russian invasion of Ukraine has dominated headlines - how Ukraine is resisting the Russians aggression, how civilians have taken up arms to defend their country and how Europe is facing its biggest security crisis since the cold war.

Russian Invasion continues, 'No NATO' for Ukraine says Zelenskyy

Talks between Ukraine and Russia continue even as Russian forces continue to bombard Ukrainian cities and on an optimistic note President Zelenskyy said that peace talks were sounding more realistic but there was still more time needed for a breakthrough.

Zelenskyy: Russia-Ukraine Peace talks 'sound realistic'

Despite fierce Russian bombardment in Ukrainian cities, the two sides resumed dialogue aimed at ending Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. Russian and Ukrainian delegations are holding a dialogue via video conferencing this time.

Negotiations continue between Russia and Ukraine, talks to lay ground for Zelenskyy-Putin meet?

Russian troops escalated the offensive in the western part of Ukraine. Russian airstrike hit a Ukrainian military base that killed at least 35 people and left over 134 injured close to the polish border. The president of Ukraine has now issued a grim warning to the NATO members after this attack.

Zelenskyy warns of attack on NATO soil after Russian airstrike

Russia has rammed up its offensive against Ukraine with the heads of Ukrainian government officials reportedly being targeted. Ukrainian President Vlodymyr Zelensky has alleged that Russia has kidnapped the mayor of city Melitopol, Ivan Fedorov.

Mayor of Ukraine's Melitopol city kidnapped by Russia, alleges President Zelenskyy

Now Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday that Russia is now adopting a fundamentally different approach in the talks to end the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy: Moscow is adopting fundamentally different approach

As Russia continues the invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UK parliament he said he was speaking to the British lawmakers as a citizen and as a president of a country with a dream.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy addresses UK Parliament, vows to fight Russian aggression

Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin have distinct leadership styles. Zelensky is organising Ukraine's defences from a bunker in Kyiv. Putin is plotting his strategies from Russia's most secure building - the Kremlin. Palki Sharma decodes the tale of two wartime leaders.

Gravitas: The tale of two wartime leaders

As per the latest reports Russian army has asked the residents living near Kyiv's intelligence infrastructure to evacuate and has announced that it intends to strike. WION in an exclusive conversation with Igor Novikovm, former advisor to President Zelenskyy.

Igor Novikov, Former advisor to Prez Zelenskyy exclusive on Russian warning of strikes

In a big blow to Ukraine's dream of joining the European union the 27-member block rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's plea of an immediate membership for his country. For more on this we are joined by Maximilian Hess, fellow foreign policy research institute.

EU dismisses Ukraine's membership plea | Maximilian Hess Exclusive

The 27-member block of the European Union says that the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's plea of an immediate membership of the EU for his country will not be possible. Zelenskyy on Monday signed a membership application formally requesting that Ukraine join the European Union.

No EU membership for Ukraine for now, emergency session of EU parliament begins

In a big blow to Ukraine's dream of joining the European Union the 27 member block has now rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plea of an immediate membership for his country.

EU rejects Zelenskyy's plea of an 'immediate' membership

NATO leaders are just minutes away from convening a virtual summit to discuss the future course of action against Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The member states are arming up the borders of European countries on the eastern front with a vow to defend every inch of NATO territory. The US has announced the deployment of an additional 7,000 troops to Germany, these forces will be positioned in a defensive capacity to defend and reassure NATO.

NATO arms up eastern Europe borders, Zelenskyy says West 'too slow' to help

It is the second dawn of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Russian forces are pressing ever closer to the heart of the country making their way steadily towards Kyiv and according to the latest the fighting is in fact taking place on the outskirts of Kyiv. There have been reports and visuals of Russian helicopters hovering over the Ukrainian airspace.

'We are alone in defending our nation,' says Ukrainian president Zelenskyy amid conflict with Russia

Much awaited address from the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy especially after the morning's developments after Russia attacked Ukraine, explosions rang out through multiple cities. Some strong statements coming from President Zelenskyy as he called on army veterans as well as a young for blood donations especially as the country faces military attacks.

'Russia acted in a cowardly manner, Russians must protest against this war': Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, demanded on Friday that Russia substantiate its claims that it has no plans to invade Ukraine after massing soldiers on the border.&nbsp;

"They say this openly, in different media, from different officials -- so they could at least show some steps to prove it," Zelensky said at a press conference with foreign media.&nbsp;

Zelenskyy claimed that Russia deliberately inflames tensions in Ukraine in the run-up to crucial meetings as a form of "psychological pressure." 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-biden-warns-russia-may-invade-ukraine-next-month-448385">Also read | US President Biden warns Russia may invade Ukraine next month</a>

"There is a psychological narrative, a psychological intimidation, coming from, for example, Russia and from separatists [the breakaway Donbas region]. It happens very often, for example, before any meetings, in the framework of Normandy Four or the Minsk meetings, "Zelenskyy told journalists, adding that this is a way to "build up psychological pressure and, so to speak, raise the stakes."

Zelensky also called on the West to avoid creating "panic" in the face of a Russian troop buildup on his country's border.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/what-are-natos-next-steps-if-russia-invades-ukraine-448121">Pictures: What are NATO's next steps if Russia invades Ukraine?</a>

"We don't need this panic," Zelensky said, pointing to the need to avoid hurting Ukraine's already battered economy.

"Today we do not see more escalation than it was before. Yes, the number of troops has increased, but I spoke about this at the beginning of 2021, when we talked about the military exercises of Russia ... The feeling is from the media is that we are at war, troops are walking along the roads, mobilization, people are going somewhere. This is not true. We don't need this panic," Zelenskyy said.

Watch: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy briefs the press amid ongoing conflict with Russia

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/ukrainian-president-volodymyr-zelenskiy-briefs-the-press-amid-ongoing-conflict-with-russia-448582/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

The president also said that statements about the escalation of the situation with Russia cause panic in the financial markets and negatively affect the economy.

(With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, demanded on Friday that Russia substantiate its claims that it has no plans to invade Ukraine after massing soldiers on the border.

Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, demanded on Friday that Russia substantiate its claims that it has no plans to invade Ukraine after massing soldiers on the border. "They say this openly, in different media, from different officials -- so they could at least show some steps to prove it," Zelensky said at a press conference with foreign media. Zelenskyy claimed that Russia deliberately inflames tensions in Ukraine in the run-up to crucial meetings as a form of "psychological pressure." Also read | US President Biden warns Russia may invade Ukraine next month "There is a psychological narrative, a psychological intimidation, coming from, for example, Russia and from separatists [the breakaway Donbas region]. It happens very often, for example, before any meetings, in the framework of Normandy Four or the Minsk meetings, "Zelenskyy told journalists, adding that this is a way to "build up psychological pressure and, so to speak, raise the stakes." Zelensky also called on the West to avoid creating "panic" in the face of a Russian troop buildup on his country's border. Pictures: What are NATO's next steps if Russia invades Ukraine? "We don't need this panic," Zelensky said, pointing to the need to avoid hurting Ukraine's already battered economy. "Today we do not see more escalation than it was before. Yes, the number of troops has increased, but I spoke about this at the beginning of 2021, when we talked about the military exercises of Russia ... The feeling is from the media is that we are at war, troops are walking along the roads, mobilization, people are going somewhere. This is not true. We don't need this panic," Zelenskyy said. Watch: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy briefs the press amid ongoing conflict with Russia The president also said that statements about the escalation of the situation with Russia cause panic in the financial markets and negatively affect the economy. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky calls on Russia to 'prove' no invasion plan

zelenskyy

Zelenskyy, News on Zelenskyy, stories on Zelenskyy, articles on Zelenskyy, Zelenskyy stories at Wion, Zelenskyy news, Zelenskyy latest news