Ukrainian President says drones offensive are insulting international diplomacy and calls for reactions from the United States and Europe
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said he expects “Firm answer” of Western countries regarding constant attacks of drones operated by Russia against Ukrainian territory. The statements were made in by the president at X (former Twitter), on Saturday night (29.mar.2025).
Drone attacks left at least 4 dead in the city of Dnipro and 9 injured in Kryvyi Rih. A few hours after the video publication, another offensive left 4 dead and 27 injured, including a 15 -year -old girl who is in serious condition in the city of Kharkiv, 2nd largest in Ukraine.
“We expect a firm answer. We are working so that there is a strong reaction, especially from America, Europe and everyone in the world that trusts diplomacy”He said.
During the night of Friday (28.mar) and the dawn on Saturday (29.mar), Ukraine was attacked by 172 drones, of which 64 were overthrown, according to the country’s military forces. Zelensky said the Russian offensive are an insult to international diplomacy.
“Our partners have to understand that Russian attacks are not just our people as a target, but all international diplomatic efforts to end war. Russia is attacking everyone who tries to end the war. It is impossible to ignore the hundreds of Shaheds every night”Said the president, referring to the drone models that are built to attack targets on soil to long distances and launched from platforms.
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Last night alone, Russia launched 172 strike drones — over 100 of them were Shaheds. These massive drone attacks have now become a near-daily reality. On top of that, there are continued missile threats, including ballistic ones.
Our partners should clearly understand: these…
– Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Volodymyr Zelenskyy (@zelenskyyua)
In another at X, Zelensky says the Russian attacks were directed to the cities of Dnipro, Kiev, Sumy, Kharkiv and Khmelnytskyi. The most intense offensive was in Dnipro, where 21 people were injured, including a pregnant woman, according to the president.
Residential buildings, a complex of restaurants and hotels, garages and an automotive workshop have been damaged.
“Unfortunately, there was destruction in all regions affected. We are grateful to all who are helping people on the ground after these attacks. Russia mocks the world’s peace efforts and commits this acts of terror because they don’t really feel pressured”Wrote Zelensky
Cease maritime and energetic fire
Russia and Ukraine which provides for the free circulation of vessels in the Black Sea and the end of attacks on energy facilities, such as oil refineries, hydroelectric dams and nuclear plants. The agreements were tied separately by the United States with Moscow and Kiev. According to Kremlin, the truce is valid for 30 days from March 18.
Guarantees were also established for each country. For Russia, for example, the US has pledged to help restore access to the agricultural fertilizer market. With Ukraine, it has been agreed that Americans will help in the exchange of prisoners of war and civil liberation.
The deal is only related to the Black Sea and energy targets, not covering air strikes or terrestrial offensive, for example.
Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested that Ukraine amid refusal to dialogue with the Ukrainian leader, Volodymyr Zelensky and of illegitimacy of your government.
Zelensky’s mandate should end in May 2024, but he remained in power. For Putin, the US and European countries must supervise temporary management and new elections, so that a “competent government“Assume the country and then”start conversations with a peace agreement”.
Zelensky defended himself on other opportunities about his government, saying that the context of war would prevent the conduct of legitimate elections.
