Battle-tested Zelenskyy sounds chilling alarm on where Putin’s war could head next
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that Russia is preparing a new massive attack on Ukraine. He identifies a "very high" risk of Russian strikes on European countries, stating that Putin needs a victory. Zelenskyy has communicated these threats to British Prime Minister Burnham. Additionally, Zelenskyy reports that Donald Trump provided no "concrete answer" regarding key weapon exports. Separately, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs claims Iranian drone technology is fueling Moscow's war effort as Latvia prepares to join a U.S.-led initiative in the Strait of Hormuz.
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- ✓ President Zelenskyy warned that Russia is planning a new massive attack on Ukraine.
- ✓ Zelenskyy stated there is a "very high" risk of Russian attacks on Europe.
- ✓ Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Burnham to warn of Russia's preparations for a massive attack.
What changed
Zelenskyy expanded his warnings to include a very high risk of Russian attacks on European countries.
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Zelenskyy Warns of Massive Russian Strike and High Risk to Europe
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that Russia is preparing a new massive attack on Ukraine. He identifies a "very high" risk of Russian strikes on European countries, stating that Putin needs a victory. Zelenskyy has communicated these threats to British Prime Minister Burnham. Additionally, Zelenskyy reports that Donald Trump provided no "concrete answer" regarding key weapon exports. Separately, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs claims Iranian drone technology is fueling Moscow's war effort as Latvia prepares to join a U.S.-led initiative in the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters
These warnings come as Russia continues its invasion of Ukraine and faces struggles on the battlefield. The potential for conflict to expand into NATO territory increases the urgency for European defense responses.
What is confirmed
- President Zelenskyy warned that Russia is planning a new massive attack on Ukraine.
- Zelenskyy stated there is a "very high" risk of Russian attacks on Europe.
- Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Burnham to warn of Russia's preparations for a massive attack.
Still unconfirmed
- Donald Trump gave no concrete answer on key weapon exports.
- Putin may attack a NATO country because Russia is struggling in Ukraine.
- Iranian drone technology is fueling Russia's war in Ukraine.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of Russian troop or missile movements toward European borders
- Official responses from NATO members regarding the risk of attack
- Updates on U.S. weapon export decisions for Ukraine
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- Fox News — Battle-tested Zelenskyy sounds chilling alarm on where Putin’s war could head next
- Reuters — Zelenskiy says Russia planning new mass attack on Ukraine
- news.liga.net — "Putin needs a victory." Zelenskyy sees "very high" risk of Russian attack on Europe
- Sahi — Zelensky Warns Of Impending Massive Russian Attack On Ukraine
- Українські Національні Новини (УНН) — Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Burnham and warned of Russia preparing a new massive attack
- Kyiv Post — Russia Preparing Another Massive Strike on Ukraine, Zelensky Says
- yahoo.com — Zelenskyy: Risk of Russian attacks on Europe 'very high'
- The Kyiv Independent — Russia planning to hit Ukraine with 'massive attack,' Zelensky warns
- Українська правда — Zelenskyy: There is a major risk of attack on European countries, they must respond
- The Independent — Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says Trump gave no ‘concrete answer’ on key weapon exports
- Kyiv Post — Zelensky: Putin May Attack NATO Country as Russia Struggles in Ukraine
- www.foxnews.com — Foreign leader on Putin’s doorstep sounds alarm over Iran fueling Moscow’s war machine
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