Skip to main content
institutional access

You are connecting from
Lake Geneva Public Library,
please login or register to take advantage of your institution's Ground News Plan.

Published loading...Updated

Zelensky Says Putin Using Fighters From 47 Countries in Ukraine War

Zelensky urged foreign governments to protect their nationals and said Ukraine is preparing to hit Russian energy facilities this winter.

  • Zelensky addressed world leaders today, accusing Putin of seeking to "kill more" people for territory and urging nations to limit trade with Russia, arguing prolonged war increases the "evil" left behind.
  • Regarding the scope of the conflict, Zelensky claimed Russia recruits citizens from 47 countries, including Ghana, Nepal, and India, and noted recent transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war to the Republic of Korea.
  • The Ukrainian leader signed a drone deal with Finland and a security agreement with Australia today, while Kyiv prepares similar drone technology agreements with Canada.
  • Facing a harsh winter, Zelensky warned that Ukraine will target Russian heating and energy facilities in retaliation, stating, "In response we will have no choice but to make it painful for Russia too."
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio is pushing for both nations to cease attacks on energy infrastructure, but Zelensky remains focused on disrupting Russian operations despite pressure from Washington.
Insights by Ground AI

26 Articles

Center

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russian leader Vladimir Putin of using fighters from 47 third countries to continue Moscow's war against Ukraine.

Lean Left

The following the Russian president 'isable to wage war, the more evil he will leave behind in this world' said the Ukrainian president at the United Nations on Wednesday.

·Paris, France
Read Full Article
Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribe

Bias Distribution

  • 62% of the sources are Center
62% Center

Factuality Info Icon

To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium

Ownership

Info Icon

To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage

ANSA broke the news in Rome, Italy on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Too Big Arrow Icon
Sources are mostly out of (0)

Similar News Topics

News
Feed Dots Icon
For You
Search Icon
Search
Blindspot LogoBlindspotLocal