Officials on both sides of the conflict balked at the suggestion that Ukraine should cede territory in order to join the alliance.
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Ukraine Launches Missile Strikes in Russia, Moscow Says
Kyiv did not take responsibility for the attacks, which could be a bid to broaden a war that has mostly rained ruin and death on Ukraine.
Truth is Elusive in Kremlin Explosions
Kyiv and Moscow angrily blamed each other after two explosions in an apparent drone attack on the heart of Russian power, but whose outrage is real?
Explosions Above Kremlin Were an Attempt to Kill Putin, Russia Claims
Russia said Ukraine had launched a drone attack, which Kyiv vehemently denied, accusing Russia of manufacturing a pretext for escalation.
Zelensky and Putin Make Dueling Trips to Front Line in Ukraine
The visits by the Ukrainian and Russian leaders came as both sought to display strength and confidence ahead of an anticipated Kyiv counteroffensive.
Ukraine Says Russia May Be Planning Winter Offensive
An adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Western allies to take seriously the threat of a new Russian onslaught, which could include mass infantry attacks.