Zelensky Seeks Enhanced Air Defense as Russia Exploits Shifting Global Attention on Ukraine War

Oct 13, 2025 02:09 am CST

Ukrainian President Zelensky has urgently appealed to Western allies for advanced air defense systems and long-range capabilities, warning that Russia is intensifying its bombardment as global attention diverts to other crises. With diplomatic efforts stalled and winter approaching, Russia has renewed strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure while tensions rise over potential deployment of long-range Tomahawk missiles.