European leaders are set to convene with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Downing Street in London to discuss strategies to increase pressure on Russia amid its military setbacks in Ukraine. This meeting, starting at 6:30 p.m. CEST, includes French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Zelenskyy recently appealed to Russian President Vladimir Putin for direct talks, but the Kremlin rejected this proposal. In a recent escalation, Ukraine conducted a drone attack on St. Petersburg, showcasing its capability to strike deep within Russian territory. Zelenskyy also accused Russia of deliberately targeting critical nuclear infrastructure, urging for stronger global actions against what he termed a 'terrorist war'. Meanwhile, Ukraine reported intercepting 215 out of 236 Russian drones launched in a recent offensive, with some drones causing damage in various regions. Analysis indicates that Ukraine has recaptured more territory than it has lost for two consecutive months, while Russia's ongoing offensive has strained its economy significantly, leading to rising prices and labor shortages.