In a recent interview, Zelenskyy emphasized the need for peace talks with Russia, citing a favorable shift in Ukraine’s battlefield position since December 2025. He also highlighted the importance of international collaboration, particularly with the U.S. and Europe, to enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities against ongoing Russian aggression. Concurrently, reports indicate that Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted Russian oil facilities, exacerbating fuel shortages in Crimea, while the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has raised concerns over damage at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant following a drone attack.