Russia is intensifying attacks on Ukraine, as Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be entering a more aggressive phase.
At least six people are dead and 75 are injured after a Russian missile attack on President Zelensky's hometown.
This comes after a recent Ukrainian drone attack damaged two buildings and briefly shut down an airport in Moscow.
Negotiations are unlikely as both parties blame each other for the escalating tensions.
US-based correspondent for the Ukrainian Weekly Mark Raczkiewycz spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.