© https://www.president.gov.ua/ Zelenskyy shared updates on the completion of crucial decisions and the severe repercussions of Russian assaults on cities.
Ukraine anticipates the arrival of novel air defense instruments and warplanes from allies, notably France, in the approaching days. According to President Volodymyr Zelensky, the corresponding arrangements are approaching completion, and this is an accord he termed epoch-making.
The President further mentioned that this week, the Nordic and Baltic nations consented to commit $500 million under the PURL initiative, which caters to the acquisition of American weaponry for Ukraine. This ought to substantially fortify the aptitude to fend off Russian offensives.
“We are arranging the consignment of modern robust air defense tools, alongside reinforcing our aviation. Particularly, we are finalizing a vital pact with France, which will be undeniably epochal,” Zelenskyy pointed out.
The President underscored that Ukraine's missile scheme displays consistent advancement each month. According to him, this renders the war progressively less “invisible” to Russia, as Ukrainian counteractions grow louder and more discernible to the invader. Key dialogues transpired at Stavka pertaining to the evolution of missile prowess, encompassing their reach and performance.
The Head of State individually highlighted the efficacy of the “long Neptunes,” which have validated their worth in striking Russian objectives. He conveyed gratitude to the producers and the military for their efforts, affirming that Ukraine is succeeding in augmenting its indigenous missile capacity despite all adversarial endeavors to impede this progression.
Zelenskyy additionally communicated recent civilian losses following Russian attacks: six individuals perished in Kyiv just today, and exceeding three dozen sustained injuries. Parallel offensives by the Russian Federation have transpired in alternative localities as well. The President imparted condolences to the bereaved families and emphasized that no transgression by Russia should remain unaddressed.
“We must exert every effort to ensure that each Russian assault encounters equitable recompense – by means of our armaments, global penalties, and political coercion on the aggressor nation. And this framework will function even more intensely,” Zelenskyy concluded.
As a reminder, on November 13, eight European nations proclaimed the allocation of $500 million to Ukraine for the procurement of arms and ordnance under the PURL program. The cumulative sum of partners' donations to satisfy Ukraine's essential defense prerequisites already totals $2.82 billion.
