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Zelenskyy Warns of World War III, Urges Global Support

2/23/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Vladimir Putin has initiated World War III and described Ukraine as frontline defense, urging international support to prevent escalation.
In a BBC interview, Zelenskyy rejected territorial concessions and said air defense remains a critical challenge as Russian attacks disrupt life in Kyiv.
Ukrainian lawmaker Kira Rudik described blackouts and cold apartments amid EU funding disputes, stressing Ukraine should not repair pipelines to unlock aid.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Vladimir Putin has initiated World War III and described Ukraine as frontline defense, urging international support to prevent escalation.
In a BBC interview, Zelenskyy rejected territorial concessions and said air defense remains a critical challenge as Russian attacks disrupt life in Kyiv.
Ukrainian lawmaker Kira Rudik described blackouts and cold apartments amid EU funding disputes, stressing Ukraine should not repair pipelines to unlock aid.