Zelensky visits Pokrovsk frontline amid Russian advances

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky visited troops near the frontline in Pokrovsk, where Russian forces are making advances. This visit comes amid a tense situation as Russia is engaged in talks in Saudi Arabia while the US also holds separate discussions. An ex-aide to Zelensky claimed that Ukraine had considered attacking nuclear plants if they began to lose the war. Meanwhile, a Trump envoy expressed confidence that Russia does not plan to invade Europe. In a surprising move, an American envoy praised Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing him as “not a bad person.” This statement drew attention given the ongoing conflict. Moscow has issued a warning regarding a "symmetrical response" to Ukrainian attacks on its energy sites. Additionally, Ukraine's Arestovich mentioned that the US is looking for ways to ensure security through control of nuclear plants. Putin criticized US President Joe Biden for not engaging in more dialogue with Russia, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the two nations.