Ukraine reviews Russia's ceasefire terms after failed talks. Zelenskyy emphasizes no rewards for Putin and highlights NATO's importance in curbing Russian aggression.

Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenskyy proposed a ceasefire with Russia until he and Russian President Vladimir Putin can speak directly, reports say. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly skipping a NATO meeting about Ukraine.

Vladimir Putin discussed the war in Ukraine with Pope Leo in a telephone call on Wednesday, with the Kremlin claiming the Russian president wanted peace through diplomacy.