Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly acknowledged for the first time on Wednesday that Western partners are ramping up pressure to negotiate with Russia, hinting that such talks may not be favorable to Kyiv,

The proposal would rely heavily on increased Western assistance. So far, it has drawn a lukewarm response from Ukraine’s allies.

STORY: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy unveiled his much anticipated "victory plan" on Wednesday, an outline that he said could end the current war with Russia no later than next year. :: Police Patrol of Ukraine As Moscow's forces advance in the east and a bleak winter of power cuts looms,