Tue Nov 19 16:06:26 UTC 2024: ## Zelenskyy Urges EU to Intensify Pressure on Russia as War Marks 1,000 Days
**BRUSSELS** – Marking the grim milestone of 1,000 days since the start of the Russian invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today called on the European Union to significantly increase pressure on Moscow. In a statement delivered [mention location if available], Zelenskyy argued that escalating sanctions and support for Ukraine are crucial to compelling Russia to the negotiating table. He asserted that without intensified pressure, Russia lacks the necessary incentive for meaningful peace talks. The statement underscores the ongoing urgency of the conflict and highlights Ukraine’s continued reliance on international support to end the war.