Zelenskiy Urges U.S. Action Amid Rising Russian Aggression

President Zelenskiy of Ukraine calls on the U.S. to intensify pressure on Russia following new air attacks targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leading to widespread heating and power outages in Kyiv. He highlighted the need for tougher U.S. actions and additional sanctions on Russia during talks at Davos.

In the wake of intensified Russian airstrikes, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called on the United States to increase its diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia. Recent attacks have left half of Kyiv without heating, underscoring the vulnerabilities in Ukraine's energy system.

The latest assault, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, resulted in over 5,600 apartment buildings losing heat as temperatures plunged to extremes. Despite ongoing peace talks, Russia shows little evidence of desiring a halt to hostilities, compounding Kyiv's diplomatic challenges.

Expressing urgency, Zelenskiy emphasized that the U.S. has the capacity for decisive actions, advocating for additional sanctions targeting Russian military production. As Kyiv grapples with severe power and heating shortages, the international community watches for signs of a diplomatic breakthrough.

(With inputs from agencies.)