Millions of Ukrainians maintain economic activity despite "fatigue, tension and despair" from Russian constant bombardment of civilians, Ukraine's First Lady told international partners in Rome.
Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz also defended Poland's refusal to provide Ukraine its remaining MiG-29 fighters, saying that in the early stages of the full-scale war Poland was sending tanks, "when others were only sending helmets."
While Western media frequently cites "war fatigue" to explain Ukraine's situation, the reality on the ground points to resource constraints and policy challenges.
Mike Johnson suggested that the resolution of the Ukraine-Russia war could hinge on the 2024 US presidential election. Johnson suggested that former President Trump could swiftly end the Ukraine-Russia war if re-elected, contrasting this with his view that under a Harris administration, the war would likely continue.