Zelenskiy: Aid for Ukraine's air defense is insufficient
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy discussed the country's air defense and international aid issues due to Russia's nighttime drone attacks. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
He emphasized ongoing cooperation with the European Union and Britain, noting that foreign military aircraft have not yet been delivered to establish air defense over Ukrainian cities. Zelenskiy pointed out that Britain and other allies have not sufficiently provided the air defense assistance Kyiv has long requested.
According to him, the aid from the European Union and other countries will only be considered sufficient after the war ends. The president said, "We will feel it when Putin realizes he is forced to stop."
Zelenskiy highlighted warm relations established with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. At the same time, he criticized European countries for fearing involvement in the war.
He stated that the issue of sending troops is an independent decision of each country. The Ukrainian leader warned allies that excessive pressure could lead to a reduction in financial and military aid.
Therefore, Ukraine is acting cautiously in cooperation. The president speculated that Russia is planning new attacks against other European countries.
The ambiguous drones observed near Poland and other areas may indicate Moscow's new strategy. On November 8, due to Russia's nighttime air strikes, one of Ukraine's major energy companies, "Sentrenergo," ceased operations.
The following day, power outages were recorded in several regions of the country. Zelenskiy described this situation as "normal life," emphasizing that the Ukrainian people continue to fight.
Zelenskiy also expressed gratitude to Germany and Chancellor Friedrich Merz for delivering the US-made Patriot air defense system. The German Ministry of Defense confirmed that two more Patriot systems will be sent to Ukraine in 2025.
Ukraine currently relies on weapons and defense systems coming from Europe to counter Russia's air attacks. Zelenskiy stressed that for the war to end, Russia must be forced to stop through strength and international solidarity.
