Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the Russian military is likely to increase pressure and intensify attacks on Ukrainian positions in the coming days. This escalation is seen as an attempt by Russia to create more favorable political conditions ahead of international talks, including the upcoming Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. Zelenskyy confirmed to former U.S. President Donald Trump the necessity of tightening sanctions on Russia if it evades a just resolution to the conflict. Ukrainian forces have successfully repelled Russian assaults near Dobropillia for two consecutive days. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for strong defensive positions and tangible resistance, highlighting the role of the Azov unit within Ukraine’s National Guard in resisting Russian advances near Pokrovsk. He also described Russia’s actions as treacherous and underscored the importance of maintaining pressure through sanctions and military defense.