Latest Updates on the War in Ukraine
Updated September 17, 2023 at 2:53 p.m. EDT|Published September 17, 2023 at 1:52 a.m. EDT
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, left, and Adm. Nikolai Yevmenov, the commander of the Russian navy, center left, take North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, center right, on a tour of a Pacific Fleet frigate in Vladivostok, Russia. (Russian Defense Ministry Press Service/AP)
The War in Ukraine Continues
American and NATO leaders believe that the war in Ukraine will not come to an end soon. Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, stated in an interview with CNN’s Fareed Zakaria that it will take a “long time” to remove all of Russia’s 200,000 troops from Ukraine, which is Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s main objective.
“That’s a very high bar,” Milley said. “It’s going to take a long time to do it.”
Zelensky’s Appeal for Assistance
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to visit Washington this week to seek additional assistance. According to reports from The Washington Post, Zelensky will make his case to members of Congress on Thursday, backed by the Biden administration, in an effort to secure Ukraine aid. This will be Zelensky’s second visit to the United States since the war began.
In an interview with CBS’s “Face The Nation,” Rep. Michael R. Turner (R-Ohio) expressed his belief that Zelensky’s visit will be effective in garnering support for Ukraine aid. “Zelensky is a great spokesperson. He really makes the case better than anyone that this is a fight for democracy,” Turner said.
While there may be differences in the aid package proposed by the administration and what Congress ultimately provides, Turner emphasized that the House, especially the Republican caucus, overwhelmingly supports aid for Ukraine.
Kim Jong Un’s Visit to Russia
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has concluded his visit to Russia. During his trip, Kim viewed aviation equipment and missile systems in Vladivostok, and attended a ballet performance and an aquarium visit, according to Russian media reports. The governor of the Primorsky region gifted him several items, including kamikaze drones and a bulletproof vest.
New Developments in Ukraine
Two merchant ships have traveled through a temporary shipping corridor in the Black Sea, heading to Ukrainian ports. This marks the first time civilian vessels have traveled through the corridor since a grain deal with Russia collapsed in July.
Jewish pilgrims gathered in Ukraine to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, with more than 35,000 attendees.
It has been announced that an apartment in occupied Crimea owned by Zelensky is among 100 properties that Russian authorities plan to sell.
NATO Secretary General’s Statement
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has stated that there will be no quick end to the war in Ukraine. He mentioned that most wars last longer than expected when they first begin. Stoltenberg expressed his belief that Ukraine will eventually become a part of NATO. While everyone hopes for a quick peace, the situation remains complex.
International Discussions on the War
The war in Ukraine was a topic of conversation between national security adviser Jake Sullivan and China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi. They discussed global and regional security issues, Russia’s war against Ukraine, and other topics.
Poland, along with Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, has imposed restrictions on Russian-registered cars entering their borders. European Commission guidelines have urged member states to prevent Russians from bringing cars and other goods into the European Union to avoid sanctions-dodging.
Ukraine’s Defense Industries Forum, set to take place this fall, will see participation from defense firms in 21 countries. President Zelensky emphasized the importance of providing Ukraine with the necessary resources for defense against aggression.
U.K. officials are providing support to the family of a British man who died in Ukraine while fighting against Russian forces. Ukrainian authorities recently recovered his body.
Despite speculation about possible arms deals between North Korea and Russia, Gen. Mark A. Milley expressed skepticism that any munitions provided by North Korea would have a decisive impact in Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Recent military activities have seen Ukrainian forces capturing villages near Bakhmut, while Russia disputes these claims. The area remains a battleground.
Mine-related incidents have resulted in casualties in Ukraine. Local authorities are urging farmers to wait for clearances before resuming work in their fields.
Russia’s air defense forces shot down two Ukrainian drones over the Moscow region, according to Mayor Sergei Sobyanin.
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