After 944 days of war, the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate with significant developments on September 26, 2024. Fighting in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk resulted in two deaths and 19 injuries due to a bomb attack guided by Russia. Meanwhile, Russian forces captured Ukrainian villages in the Donetsk region, sparking armed clashes in the area. The Ukrainian air force successfully shot down several Russian drones and missiles during an overnight attack.
On the political front, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on world leaders at the UN General Assembly to support his country’s quest for a “real, just peace” and criticized countries like China and Brazil for pushing inadequate settlement plans. US President Joe Biden pledged increased support for Ukraine and assistance in rebuilding post-invasion. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Russia’s actions in Ukraine, noting the significant toll on Russian soldiers.
Amidst the diplomatic tensions, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warned against forcing Russia into a peace settlement, insisting on meeting its objectives for the military operation. Former US President Donald Trump suggested that Ukraine should have conceded to Russian demands instead of engaging in war.
Weapons also played a significant role in the conflict, with Russian President Vladimir Putin lowering the threshold for a nuclear response against non-nuclear countries supported by nuclear powers. The US announced $375 million in new military aid for Ukraine, including rocket launchers and missiles. In a concerning development, a Russian arms company is reportedly working with China to develop long-range drones for the war in Ukraine, although Chinese authorities deny knowledge of the project.
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