Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia has no intention of ending war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russia shows no intention of ending the war, with Kyiv preparing for further attacks as fighting continues on the front line. He also discussed potential joint arms production with Germany as Ukraine pushes for peace amid ongoing conflict.

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May 12, 2026

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia has no intention of ending war

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrives to attend an informal European leaders' summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus April 23, 2026.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday (May 11) that Russia had no intention of ending the more than four-year-old war with his country and Kyiv was preparing for further attacks.

"Today there was no silence on the front line. Combat actions have continued," Zelenskiy said in his nightly video address.

"Russia has no intention of ending this war. And we are, unfortunately, preparing for new attacks. But peace must come. That is exactly what we are working for."

Zelenskiy also said that he discussed with Germany's defence minister, Boris Pistorius, the possibilities for joint arms production.

-Daria Smetanko/Reuters