Yesterday, on the 400th day of the war against Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a sober but still positive assessment. “400 days of defending against widespread aggression, this is a colossal journey we have traveled,” he said in his late night video address. Ukraine survived “the worst days” of the Russian attack in February last year.
“We also survived this winter,” he recalled, referring to Russian air and missile strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. “Behind those words is tremendous effort.”
Ukraine has shown its heroism in recent months by recapturing large areas, Zelensky said. “We are preparing our next steps, our new actions, we are preparing for our imminent victory.”
Thanks to partners
Zelenskyy pointed out that Ukraine’s successes were also possible with the help of Western partners. “Today, on the 400th day of resistance, of total resistance, I want to thank everyone in the world who stands with Ukraine,” he said, continuing: “Who share our interpretation of freedom, who share our quest for justice.” who have the same firm belief as us Ukrainians that the world should be based on rules, on civilized rules – on the rules of humanity, respect and peace.”