Russia hit Izium, Zelenskyy says he is ready to talk with Putin - Tuesday brief
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was ready to negotiate with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The Russian army launched a ballistic missile attack on the town of Izium in the Kharkiv region.
Read more about what happened on Tuesday, February 4
Zelenskyy: I’m ready for talks with Putin if it is the only way to peace
During the interview, Zelenskyy was asked whether he could sit at the same table with Putin if a potential peace process involving four groups were to begin.
Zelenskyy said he is ready to do so if it is the only way to bring peace to Ukrainian citizens and avoid further loss of lives.
Russia strikes Ukraine's Izium city center: Many killed and injured reported
Russian troops fired a ballistic missile at the center of Izium, Kharkiv region, targeting administrative buildings and residential houses. Many casualties were reported.
Read all the information about the consequences of the Russian attack on Izium in the report.
South Korean intelligence confirms North Korean troops withdrawal from Kursk region
South Korean intelligence released intelligence data confirming that the North Korean soldiers, who had been fighting alongside Russian forces against Ukraine, were withdrawn from the front lines. This occurred in mid-January, and the likely reason for this action was heavy losses.
Ukraine's Ambassador comments on US special envoy's statement about elections in Ukraine
The United States has not yet discussed with Ukraine the necessity of holding elections by the end of 2025. However, if the team of US President Donald Trump raises this issue, Ukraine is ready for discussions, states Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United States, Oksana Markarova.
Zelenskyy holds meeting on Air Force development
Zelenskyy reminded that Ukraine has transitioned to F-16s, marking one of the fastest shifts to a new type of aircraft among all countries.
“We also expect French fighter jets in our skies, which, under the control of Ukrainian pilots, will definitely strengthen our defense,” the head of state noted.
