Ukraine's Zelenskyy: War with Russia Enters New Phase as Winter Approaches

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledges that the war with Russia has entered a new phase as winter approaches, complicating fighting after a failed summer counteroffensive due to shortages of weapons and ground forces. Despite setbacks, Zelenskyy remains determined and emphasizes that Ukraine will not give up. He expresses concerns about the Israel-Hamas conflict overshadowing the situation in Ukraine and the potential impact of the U.S. election year on Western military aid. Zelenskyy calls for increased domestic arms production and seeks favorable loans and contracts from Western allies to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities. He also highlights the need to maintain international attention and assistance for Ukraine amidst competing global crises.