The Fox News Rundown Evening Edition: President Zelenskyy Remains Steadfast As War Enters 5th Year
Feb 25, 2026
Greg Palkot, Senior Foreign Affairs correspondent reporting from Kyiv, provides on-the-ground perspective and an exclusive sit-down with President Zelenskyy. They discuss Zelenskyy’s firm stance on reclaiming territory. Short-term focus and pressure on peace talks are highlighted. Coverage includes Ukraine’s domestic reforms, attacks on infrastructure, and efforts to cut Russia’s funding through tanker shipment controls.
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Zelensky Remains Firm Despite War Fatigue
- Volodymyr Zelensky remains composed and resolute despite years of war and leadership turnover.
- Greg Palkot observed Zelensky firm, passionate, and direct about preventing Russian occupation while describing recent personnel changes handled publicly.
Ukraine Targets Russia's Oil Revenues
- Zelensky pressed for cutting Russia's oil revenue via tanker enforcement as a key lever to weaken Moscow.
- Palkot explained Zelensky praised efforts to stop shadow tanker operations and asked for more international measures.
Corruption Routed Out During The War
- Ukrainian authorities have removed corruption by exposing cases internally and replacing personnel amid wartime pressures.
- Greg Palkot noted scandals were routed out by domestic bodies and upheaval in upper ranks is expected during crises.