Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia has decided to “end the partial silence that had lasted for several days” and continues its attacks, including against civilians.
“Russia itself chose to end the partial silence that had lasted for several days. During this night alone, more than 200 strike drones were launched against Ukraine. Aerial bombs were again used on the front line — more than 80, and more than 30 airstrikes were recorded,” Zelenskyy wrote on Telegram on Tuesday morning.
According to him, strike drones were intercepted over Dnipropetrovsk, Zhytomyr, Mykolaiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions, as well as Kyiv and the surrounding area. Damage was reported to energy infrastructure, apartment buildings, a kindergarten, and even an ordinary civilian railway locomotive. Injuries have been confirmed as a result of the attacks.
“Unfortunately, there are also fatalities,” Zelenskyy noted. “We said that we would respond symmetrically to all Russian actions. Russia must end this war, and it is Russia that must take the step toward a real and lasting ceasefire,” the Ukrainian president wrote.
According to Zelenskyy,
“until this happens, sanctions against Moscow are necessary and must continue to work and be strengthened. It is important that there is no easing of pressure and that partners do not stand aside, but continue joint efforts for the sake of security, justice, and a reliable peace.”
