Zelenskyy urges UN to keep pressure on Russia as war drags on

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the UN General Assembly to maintain pressure on Russia, arguing Moscow's revenues must remain a target and continued trade prolongs the war. Zelenskyy questioned Russia's willingness for peace, portraying Vladimir Putin as prolonging the conflict. He accused Russia of recruiting fighters from 47 countries, including Ghana, Nepal, and India, and highlighted Moscow's military ties with North Korea. Russia stated it remains open to negotiations but rejected a simple ceasefire without a broader agreement. Zelenskyy warned Ukrainians to prepare for a difficult winter, threatening painful responses against Russian energy infrastructure. He also noted Russia used 63,000 attack drones this year.