🔺Zelensky warns Russia could step up attacks on Ukraine’s independence day
President Zelensky has warned of a potential escalation of Russian attacks this week to coincide with Ukraine’s independence day, which also marks exactly six months since the invasion was launched.
The Ukrainian leader called for vigilance before the commemoration on Wednesday, saying Moscow could try something “particularly ugly” on the 31st anniversary of Ukraine’s independence from Soviet rule.
Zelensky said he had discussed “all the threats” with President Macron of France and had contacted other world leaders — including António Guterres, the UN secretary-general, and President Erdogan of Turkey.
“All of Ukraine’s partners have been informed about what the terrorist state [Russia] can prepare for this week,” Zelensky said.
He also warned that the Kremlin’s forces in occupied Ukraine could stage a trial of captured Ukrainian soldiers in Mariupol, which Kyiv fears could result in their execution.
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President Zelensky has warned of a potential escalation of Russian attacks this week to coincide with Ukraine’s independence day, which also marks exactly six months since the invasion was launched.
The Ukrainian leader called for vigilance before the commemoration on Wednesday, saying Moscow could try something “particularly ugly” on the 31st anniversary of Ukraine’s independence from Soviet rule.
Zelensky said he had discussed “all the threats” with President Macron of France and had contacted other world leaders — including António Guterres, the UN secretary-general, and President Erdogan of Turkey.
“All of Ukraine’s partners have been informed about what the terrorist state [Russia] can prepare for this week,” Zelensky said.
He also warned that the Kremlin’s forces in occupied Ukraine could stage a trial of captured Ukrainian soldiers in Mariupol, which Kyiv fears could result in their execution.
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