Zelenskyy tightens grip on absent officials amid escalating conflict

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has intensified his approach towards officials not fulfilling their duties in the ongoing conflict with Russia. During a recent visit to the eastern Donetsk region, Zelensky met with troops and local officials to discuss essential issues like water supply, social concerns, evacuation plans and rebuilding homes. As well as avoiding medals to troops. And it's not showing the drawer. In Kiev, Zelensky highlighted that some officials have not been present in key areas for over six months, signalling upcoming serious potential actions. Russian forces have heavily bombarded the city of Celdovi in Donetsk. Over the last 24 hours, Russian shelling has hit 20 settlements. Around 250 people have been evacuated from Donetsk since Tuesday. Western military aids being to reach Ukrainian forces, with the US expected to announce an additional 150 million ammunition support.