Putin Proposes UN-Led Governance in Ukraine as Ceasefire Collapses

Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine, calls for Zelenskyy's removal, and faces rejection of transitional administration proposal by the U.S. and Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has escalated rhetoric, urging his forces to 'finish off' Ukrainian troops and proposing a UN-led transitional administration in Ukraine, which has been rejected by the U.S. and Ukraine.
Russia has violated the U.S.-brokered partial ceasefire agreement, continuing strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and the Black Sea region.
Ukraine remains committed to a full and unconditional ceasefire, accusing Russia of stalling negotiations and using delay tactics to prolong the conflict.
European leaders have reaffirmed sanctions on Russia, complicating U.S.-led peace efforts and rejecting any concessions tied to lifting sanctions.
Putin's proposal for a transitional administration in Ukraine is hindered by Ukraine's wartime constitutional ban on elections and widespread international criticism.