Zelensky Calls for Stronger Global Sanctions After Massive Drone Strike

Zelensky Calls for Stronger Global Sanctions After Massive Drone Strike

War in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, following a Russian drone attack on Pryluky, stated that when Russia does not feel strong enough condemnation and pressure from the world, it kills again.

The head of state said this in a Facebook post, CE Report quotes Ukrinform.

"Last night, Russia struck Pryluky in the Chernihiv region with six attack drones. A rescue operation continued throughout the night. Unfortunately, there have been injuries and fatalities. One of the rescuers arrived to deal with the aftermath right at his own home — it turned out that a Shahed drone had struck exactly his house. Tragically, his wife, daughter, and one-year-old grandson were killed. And this is already the 632nd child lost since the full-scale war began. My condolences to all the relatives and loved ones. Russia constantly tries to buy time to continue its killings. When it doesn’t feel strong enough condemnation and pressure from the world — it kills again," Zelensky said.

He noted that overnight, Ukraine was attacked by 103 drones and one ballistic missile, targeting the Donetsk, Kharkiv, Odesa, Sumy, Chernihiv, Dnipro and Kherson regions.

"This was another massive strike by terrorists. Russian terrorists who kill our people every night. This is yet another reason to impose maximum sanctions and apply pressure together. We expect action from the United States, Europe, and everyone in the world who can really help change these terrible circumstances. Strength matters, and the war can only end through strength. Moscow must be pressured by all available means and gradually deprived of its ability to continue this aggression," Zelensky said.

In the early hours of Thursday, June 5, Russians carried out a massive drone attack on Pryluky in the Chernihiv region. Five people were killed, and eight were injured.

Tags

Related articles

Erdogan: Russia-Ukraine Talks a ‘Historic Step’
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called the latest Russia-Ukraine talks held in Istanbul a “historic step” toward ending the war, now in its fourth year.
Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Exchange Set
Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky announced on Wednesday that Moscow is prepared to conduct a prisoner exchange with Ukraine between June 7-9, following agreements made during peace talks in Istanbul earlier this week.
Zelenskyy Proposes Pre-Summit Ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed an unconditional ceasefire with Russia until a summit between the countries' leaders takes place.
Turkey Pushes for Russia-Ukraine Talks
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that a new round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks is expected, as both sides see the value in dialogue.
Progress in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan hailed the “constructive atmosphere” of the second round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul on Monday.
Ukraine and Russia Agree on Prisoner Exchange
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced in Vilnius that Moscow and Kyiv have agreed on a new prisoner exchange.
Istanbul May Host Next Russia-Ukraine Talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Istanbul might host a second round of Russia-Ukraine negotiations, following talks with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Moscow.