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Russia Launches Large-Scale Missile Strikes on Ukraine, Zelensky Accuses Putin of War Crimes in Separate Video Address
A video message by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of war crimes following Russia's extensive missile strikes on several Ukrainian cities. The strikes saw various locations in and around Kyiv hit, and the damage is reportedly extensive.
In his address, Ukrainian President accused Putin of ordering these actions to 'show his voters something' ahead of September's parliamentary election but made clear that Ukraine would not be intimidated by these aggressive steps.
Zelenskyy also called on international organizations and global leaders to condemn and classify these actions in line with international law. He emphasized the need for greater support from the West to deter Russian military aggression.
The missile strikes have been condemned internationally as they targeted residential areas, injuring several civilians according to sources. Zelenskyy stressed on Ukraine's stance of not being intimidated by such attacks and vowed that Kyiv would seek justice through all legal avenues available.
This situation continues a volatile series of international events between the two countries in recent times.
A video message by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of war crimes following Russia's extensive missile strikes on several Ukrainian cities. The strikes saw various locations in and around Kyiv hit, and the damage is reportedly extensive.
In his address, Ukrainian President accused Putin of ordering these actions to 'show his voters something' ahead of September's parliamentary election but made clear that Ukraine would not be intimidated by these aggressive steps.
Zelenskyy also called on international organizations and global leaders to condemn and classify these actions in line with international law. He emphasized the need for greater support from the West to deter Russian military aggression.
The missile strikes have been condemned internationally as they targeted residential areas, injuring several civilians according to sources. Zelenskyy stressed on Ukraine's stance of not being intimidated by such attacks and vowed that Kyiv would seek justice through all legal avenues available.
This situation continues a volatile series of international events between the two countries in recent times.