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UK promises more arms for Ukraine as Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Rishi Sunak on European tour
Zelenskyy thanked Britain for its support so far, and said the war was a matter of "security not only for Ukraine, it is important for all of Europe." Sunak told Zelenskyy that "your leadership, your country's bravery and fortitude are an inspiration to us all." This is the fourth European country Zelenskky has visited in the past few days. He is seeking more aid as Ukraine prepares a long-anticipated spring offensive to retake territory seized by Russia.
Ukrainian president says counteroffensive does not aim to attack Russian territory
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that his country is preparing a counteroffensive designed to liberate areas occupied by Russia, not to attack Russian territory. Speaking during a news conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin, Zelenskyy said Ukraine's goal is to free the territories within its internationally recognized borders.
