Kyiv, October 22 (IANS). Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the death of 6 people, including two children, in a Russian drone and missile attack. Addressing the world community once again, he claimed that there is no pressure on Moscow and therefore it is acting arbitrarily. Sharing some photos and videos on Twitter, Zelensky wrote: “Another night proves that Russia does not have enough pressure to prolong the war. Our air defense forces, mobile fire groups and drone interceptor teams worked all night and into the morning. Ordinary cities, especially our power plant, are under fire.” The Ukrainian president gave details of the locations where the attacks took place. He added, “Several residential buildings were also affected. Fires broke out in Zaporizhia and houses were targeted in Kyiv. Kiev, Odessa, Chernihiv, Dnieper, Kirovograd, Poltava, Vinnytsia, Zaporizhia, Cherkasy and Sumy regions were attacked. So far, 17 people, unfortunately, including their children, have been reported injured. families. and my condolences to the loved ones.” Zelensky further accused Russia of arbitrariness, writing: “Until the Russian leadership realizes serious problems, Russian words about diplomacy mean nothing. And this can only be ensured by sanctions, long-range capabilities and coordinated diplomacy among all our allies. It is now time for the EU to adopt a tough sanctions package and we also appeal to the G-7, the United States and the peace that the countries also expect.” sanctions from It is It is essential that the world no longer remains silent and reacts unanimously to Russian attacks.” Finally, he thanked the countries that had come forward to help Ukraine, writing: “Anyone who helps Ukraine now with anti-aircraft systems and missiles is saving lives. We are grateful for that. And anyone who helps Ukraine with long-range capabilities will bring the end of the war closer.” –IANS KR/ Share this story Tags
Ukraine: 6 killed and 17 injured in Russian attack, Zelensky claims ‘Diplomacy does not matter to Moscow’
