Zelenskyy Backs US-Iran Ceasefire, Ukraine Steps Up Middle East Defense

0:00On April 8th, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky just welcomed the ceasefire between the United States and Iran. He said Ukraine stands ready to match it if Russia stops its attacks. This comes as Kiev pushes hard for peace talks after four years of war. Earlier this week, Zelensky posted on X that Ukraine has always backed ceasefires, including this one in the Middle East. He sees it as a step toward real diplomacy. Ukraine even praised the U.S. strikes on Iran before, since Iran supplies Russia with thousands of drones hitting Ukrainian targets. Folks in Kiev have been calling on Moscow for a full halt to fighting so negotiations can start. Russia insists on iron-clad peace terms first, before laying down arms. Iran's closed ties to Russia make this all connected. Meanwhile, Ukraine stepped up by sending more than 200 specialists to the Middle East. They're helping allies they are build defenses against Iranian drones. Zelensky confirm those teams will keep working to boost security.

1:01With eyes on both fronts, this could signal bigger shifts in global tensions, and Ukraine's playing both defense and diplomacy like pros. U.S. news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters nationwide. I'm Corey, with the story.