Ukrainian military leaders vow to continue fighting despite US and Russia ceasefire talks

Ukrainian military leaders have declared their intention to continue fighting against Russia, despite recent ceasefire discussions led by the US and Russia. They emphasized that Ukraine must be directly involved in any peace negotiations. In Riyadh, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian officials agreed on a four-point plan for peace, which does not include Ukraine's participation. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov rejected the idea of NATO peacekeeping forces in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated he would not accept any agreements made without Ukraine's involvement. Military leaders in Ukraine expressed their determination to resist pressure for a peace deal and highlighted the need for advanced military support, particularly in air defense technologies.