"Our lives are more important than the price of energy," Zelenskyy told The Wall Street Journal in an interview on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire in the Black Sea and is waiting for Russia’s response.

The Ukrainian President also asked for a "winter package of Patriot missiles" and licenses to produce them in the country.

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia hammered Kyiv with drones in daylight attacks on Wednesday as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepared for meetings with world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Tuesday with his U.S. counterpart, President Donald Trump, and expressed hope that the White House can help end Russia's war on his country -- even as attacks from both sides keep escalating.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday he had spoken with President Donald Trump and that the two had agreed to meet in New York.

India, Egypt, and Turkey are exploring maritime truce options for safe navigation in the Black Sea. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated readiness to support a truce if Russia responds positively.

Zelenskyy is in New York for the annual UN gathering as part of his diplomatic effort to shore up and recruit further international support for his country’s gruelling fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion.

President Zelenskyy said Russia has captured 890 sq km of Ukrainian territory in 2026 at a cost of 270,000 casualties, while Ukraine has liberated 800 sq km.