Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced plans to indefinitely hold onto Russian territories seized by Kyiv, marking a significant shift in strategy amidst the ongoing conflict. In an exclusive interview with NBC News, Zelenskyy revealed that the decision to retain control of 500 square miles of Russian territory is integral to Ukraine's 'victory plan' to end the war. This move aims to force Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, with Zelenskyy stating, 'For now, we need it.' The announcement comes amid reports of a double missile strike in Poltava, Ukraine, which resulted in over 50 casualties, highlighting the escalating tensions and the complex dynamics of the conflict. Zelenskyy's strategy underscores Ukraine's determination to leverage its recent territorial gains to secure a favorable outcome in the war.
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Ukraine plans to 'indefinitely' hold Kursk Oblast's seized territories, Zelensky says
Ukraine is planning to "indefinitely" hold the seized territories of Russia's Kursk Oblast as it tries to force Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview with NBC News aired on Sept.
