Zelensky comments on major Russian attack on Ukraine
Source: Volodymyr Zelensky/Telegram
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has described the Russian missile attack on Ukraine that came on Monday as as one of the ‘largest’ . In a statement posted on Telegram, Zelensky detailed the scale and impact of the assault.
“Today’s attack was one of the largest we have faced—a combined assault involving over a hundred missiles of various types and nearly a hundred Shahed drones,” Zelensky said. “As with many previous Russian strikes, this one was equally despicable, targeting critical civilian infrastructure. The attack affected numerous regions, from Kharkiv and Kyiv to Odesa and the western areas of Ukraine. Sadly, there are fatalities. My condolences to the families and loved ones. There are dozens of injured individuals receiving necessary medical assistance.”
The Ukrainian leader admitted extensive damage to the country’s energy infrastructure but assured that restoration efforts are underway. “Wherever there are power outages, recovery operations are already in progress. Repair teams are working around the clock. We will restore electricity,” he said.
The brtual attack made Zelensky call on Western countries to increase support in Ukraine’s fight against aggression. “Putin remains true to form: he is a deranged individual, as everyone understands. But it is equally clear that he can only do what the world allows him to do. Weakness and insufficient responses stoke terror. Every leader and partner knows what strong measures are needed to end this war justly. Ukraine should not face limitations in long-range capabilities while terrorists face no such constraints. Our defenders should not be restricted in their weaponry while Russia deploys all types of weaponry, including Shahed drones and ballistic missiles from North Korea. America, Britain, France, and other partners have the power to help us stop this terror. We need decisive action,” Zelensky concluded.
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