"Ukraine's Urgent Plea: Delays in Western Military Aid Costing Lives as Russia Continues Invasion"

Ukraine's defense minister expressed frustration over delays in Western military aid, stating that half of the promised support fails to arrive on time, leading to soldier casualties and territorial losses in the face of Russia's superior military might. President Zelenskyy confirmed plans for an international peace summit and reiterated Ukraine's determination to win the war, while U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan called for increased assistance to Ukraine, emphasizing the country's path to victory with the necessary tools. Meanwhile, German officials announced additional humanitarian aid for Ukraine as Russian shelling and rocket strikes continued to inflict civilian casualties and damage in the south and east.