Zelenskyy urges EU to increase pressure on Putin as Ukraine war marks 1,000 days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the European Parliament as the war in Ukraine reached its 1,000th day. He urged the EU to intensify efforts against Russian President Vladimir Putin by stripping him of his "money and power" to facilitate peace negotiations. Zelenskyy highlighted the recent involvement of North Korean soldiers in the conflict, warning that their numbers could grow significantly. He called for stronger sanctions against Russia and support for Ukraine to target military sites within Russia. The speech received a standing ovation from MEPs, who showed solidarity with Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of European unity in countering Russian aggression and maintaining shared values.