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Donetsk Crisis Deepens: Zelenskyy Seeks Talks Amid Gains

8/26/2025

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Denis Pushilin asserts that only full Russian control can resolve the water crisis in Donetsk, prompting residents to write to Putin.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for talks with Putin, despite Russia's rejection of immediate meetings.
Ukraine reports territorial gains in Donetsk, while Russia claims a settlement in Dnipropetrovsk.
Zelenskyy requests $1 billion monthly in US weapons aid; Norway commits to ongoing support. Poland's president faces backlash for vetoing refugee benefits.

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Denis Pushilin asserts that only full Russian control can resolve the water crisis in Donetsk, prompting residents to write to Putin.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for talks with Putin, despite Russia's rejection of immediate meetings.
Ukraine reports territorial gains in Donetsk, while Russia claims a settlement in Dnipropetrovsk.
Zelenskyy requests $1 billion monthly in US weapons aid; Norway commits to ongoing support. Poland's president faces backlash for vetoing refugee benefits.