Ukraine needs more military assistance now. Discussions about what the peace process should look like from the allies are not a priority, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Rutte commented on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's statement about NATO's umbrella for part of Ukraine's territories to end the hot phase of the war.

Zelenskyy said a NATO invitation must recognize all of Ukraine's territory as its own, but Article 5 need not apply to areas captured by Russia.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that representatives of the EU and NATO should participate in potential negotiations with Russia after Ukraine strengthens its position. Source: Zelenskyy at a press conference with European Council President António Costa in Kyiv Quote: "When we have this list [of points that will strengthen Ukraine's position - ed.