Zelenskyy Discusses Border Attacks Amid Escalating Ukraine-Russia Conflict

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy addressed ongoing military actions in Russia's Kursk region, amidst escalating tensions. Russian drone and missile attacks killed civilians in Kyiv. Ukrainian attacks on Russian soil have shifted focus, impacting Russian military operations. Belarus responded to airspace violations by Ukraine. Zelenskyy called for increased Western assistance.

Late Saturday, President Zelenskyy broke his silence, indirectly acknowledging Ukraine's military incursions into Russia's Kursk region during a nightly address, stating the goal to 'push the war out into the aggressor's territory.'

Overnight, a Russian missile barrage on Kyiv killed two, including a 4-year-old boy. Ukrainian missiles targeted Kursk, wounding 13 as Russian air defenses intercepted them.

Zelenskyy reiterated calls for Western support and revealed preliminary information indicating the use of North Korean missiles by Russia. Meanwhile, Ukraine's incursions into Russia continued, likely aiming to divert Russian forces from Donetsk.

(With inputs from agencies.)