Putin-Zelenskyy Tensions Escalate, US Peace Talks Underway

In a recent podcast episode, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness for war if Europe insists, accusing European powers of sabotaging peace efforts. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Ireland, meeting with Prime Minister Micheál Martin. Zelenskyy expressed optimism about ending the conflict, citing US efforts and ongoing talks in Moscow. Ireland pledged €100 million in aid, bringing total non-lethal military aid to €200 million, and praised Ukraines path to EU accession. Putin claimed full control of Pokrovsk and warned of expanded strikes on Ukrainian ports and ships. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.