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Zelensky Urges Strengthened Defense Amid Escalating Russian Assault

6/30/2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish President Andrzej Duda convened in Kyiv to strengthen defense ties as Russia's invasion escalates. With a staggering assault of 477 drones and 60 missiles, Zelensky urgently called for improved air defense systems. Meanwhile, Duda's successor, Karol Nawrocki, casts doubt on the future of Poland's support for Ukraine.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish President Andrzej Duda convened in Kyiv to strengthen defense ties as Russia's invasion escalates. With a staggering assault of 477 drones and 60 missiles, Zelensky urgently called for improved air defense systems. Meanwhile, Duda's successor, Karol Nawrocki, casts doubt on the future of Poland's support for Ukraine.