Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky warns of tough winter, reports war gains

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

Tom Balmforth

European leaders sought to ease the impact of high energy prices across the continent after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of a difficult winter, even as he reported progress in a counter-offensive against Russian troops.