President Zelenskyy Condemns Russian Drone Strike on Kharkiv Energy Facility

Kharkiv Drone Strike

• ⚡ Kharkiv experienced a Russian drone strike targeting an energy facility.
• ⚠️ Preliminary reports indicate that no civilians were harmed.
• 🎯 Zelenskyy stated this was another Russian strike on a purely civilian energy object.

Russia's Role in the War

• 🇷🇺 Zelenskyy asserts that Russia is prolonging the war by responding to calls for a ceasefire and negotiations with new attacks.
• 🌍 He emphasizes that Russia is the sole reason the war began and continues, a fact understood by the entire world.
• 🗣️ Russia talks about direct negotiations but avoids them when the time comes, according to Zelenskyy.

Diplomatic Efforts and International Support

• 🇹🇷 Ukraine is actively preparing for a visit to Turkey.
• 🤝 Ukraine's position has been detailed to all partners, with gratitude expressed for their support.
• 🕊️ Zelenskyy highlighted the importance of signals for a long-term and unconditional ceasefire and direct high-level negotiations.
• 🇺🇸 The United States has clearly stated that leaders must meet, and Ukraine is ready for an effective format of talks.
• 🇪🇺 Leaders from Northern European and Baltic countries, as well as other European leaders, are making strong statements and taking significant steps.
• 🇨🇳 China's opinion on supporting a ceasefire and negotiations is also noted.

Internal Stability and Financial Security

• 📊 The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine provided a report on contacts with partners and relevant plans.
• 🛡️ The Head of the President's Office was involved in negotiations and received a report from the Minister of Defense.
• 💰 The Head of the State Tax Service reported on combating shadow schemes and ensuring Ukraine's financial stability.
• ✅ Despite the war and diplomatic turbulence, all social payments in Ukraine are secured and will continue to be provided.