Zelensky denies ceasefire with Russia under discussion on trip

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on a tour seeking support from Western allies to boost Ukraine’s military and financial resources. He denies discussing a ceasefire with Russia and emphasizes the need for more aid to fight back against Russian advances. Zelensky rejects peace plans involving ceding land to Russia and instead focuses on defeating the Russian invasion. The situation is dire as Russia targets Ukraine’s power grid and advances in the east. Zelensky is pushing for clearance to use long-range weapons and is seeking continued support from allies as the conflict intensifies.