The Ukrainian leader conceded the war was in a “difficult situation” and reiterated his need for more air defences to end Russia’s control of the sky. The sprawling frontline between the warring sides has remained mostly static for almost a year despite a much-touted Ukrainian counter-offensive, with Russian forces entrenched in southern and eastern Ukraine. Officials from the United States and Europe Kyiv’s key alliesĀ are reported to have suggested holding negotiations to end the grinding 20-month-old conflict, which Zelensky denied on Sunday. Recently, A Russian missile strike killed multiple Ukrainian soldiers at what media described as an “award ceremony” this week, leading Kyiv to open a criminal investigation. What is your take on the war in Ukraine ?