Ukraine wants no-fly zone in western territory

KYIV — Short of adequate anti-aircraft weapons to deter Russia's continuing attacks, Ukraine is asking its European allies to establish a no-fly zone in the west of the country by deploying air defense systems in neighboring Poland and Romania, officials told AFP.

Kyiv would like to create a safe space in western Ukraine where industry, energy infrastructure and civilians can be protected against the massive destruction unleashed by Russian strikes in recent months.