Zelensky Calls for Tougher Action Against Putin to Force Russia Toward Peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on the international community to tighten sanctions and maximize pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin. He argued that stronger measures are necessary to compel Russia to engage in meaningful peace negotiations. Zelensky emphasized that the next six months could be crucial in determining Ukraine's negotiating strength in any future peace talks, suggesting this period represents a critical window for building leverage against Moscow through increased international pressure.