Zelensky: Putin ordered military to abandon rules of war in Ukraine airstrikes

Ukrainian President Zelensky claims, based on intercepted communications, that Putin ordered Russian military chiefs to disregard the laws of war in airstrikes on Ukraine. This is an unverified allegation from a wartime leader, but if true, it signals a deliberate escalation in targeting practices. The claim underscores the deteriorating conduct of the conflict and may influence Western responses.