Zelensky Addresses OSCE, Calls for Stronger Sanctions on Russia and Peace

Response to Russian Attacks

• 🚨 Rescue operations are ongoing to clear debris after Russian strikes, with services working to find people under the rubble.
• 💔 Over a hundred people have received assistance, including 14 children among the injured, with dozens currently hospitalized.
• 😔 Tragically, 14 people, including a six-year-old child, have died in Kyiv due to the attacks.
• 🛡️ Ukrainian forces are defending positions and repelling Russian attempts to advance in Donetsk, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions.

International Engagement and Sanctions

• 🌍 President Zelensky addressed the OSCE meeting in Finland, marking 50 years of the organization and its principles for peace.
• 🕊️ He emphasized the need for stronger sanctions against Russia and new steps to support Ukraine to bring about peace.
• 🤝 European leaders are supporting Ukraine's anti-corruption reforms and its fight for peace, signaling Ukraine is moving in the right direction.
• ✈️ A briefing for EU ambassadors highlighted Ukraine's sanctions policy, presenting detailed recommendations for impacting Russia.

Addressing Russian Military Components

• 💥 The remnants of Russian missiles and drones that hit Kyiv were displayed to ambassadors.
• 🔗 It was noted that these weapons rely on components from other countries, and blocking these supply chains is crucial and depends on international partners.

Legislative and Institutional Progress

• ⚖️ Discussions were held with the government on the swift implementation of recently passed laws.
• 🧑‍⚖️ Preparations are underway for the August launch of the military ombudsman institution, with significant work done on its text.