Ukraine Seeks Stronger Western Support as Conflict Intensifies

President Zelenskyy calls for tougher sanctions on Russia and increased military aid, with discussions set to continue at the Munich Security Conference.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed optimism about ending the war in 2025, contingent on enhanced Western sanctions and security guarantees.
Zelenskyy plans to meet U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance at the Munich Security Conference to discuss potential peace plans and further military assistance.
The U.S. is reportedly urging European allies to purchase more American-made weapons to support Ukraine without additional financial burden on U.S. taxpayers.
Russia claims to have taken full control of the strategic city of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine, though Ukrainian officials have not confirmed the loss.
Both Ukraine and Russia continue to engage in extensive drone warfare, with significant damage reported on both sides, including power outages in Ukraine and casualties in Russian border regions.