Zelensky aims for diplomatic resolution to Ukraine war in 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on November 16, 2024, that Ukraine aims to end the war with Russia through diplomacy next year. This comes as both countries prepare for Donald Trump's potential return to the U.S. presidency, raising concerns about future military aid to Ukraine. Zelensky emphasized the need for negotiations, despite ongoing Russian advances in eastern Ukraine. He rejected Russian demands for territorial concessions, which President Vladimir Putin reiterated in a recent call with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. North Korea has reportedly sent thousands of troops to support Russia, complicating the conflict further. The involvement of North Korean forces has drawn condemnation from South Korea and Japan, highlighting the broader implications for regional security.