President Zelenskyy: We must intensify long-range sanctions against Russia

“Today, I also held a meeting with the Prime Minister of Ukraine, the Minister of Energy, and the head of NJSC Naftogaz on the main issues of our preparations for winter and, of course, on recovery in the regions after the Russian strikes,” said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a traditional address to the Ukrainian nation on Oct. 9.

I wish you health, fellow Ukrainians!

The main points for today. Military issues. We discussed in great detail with the military leadership the employment of our long-range weapons – the use of our missiles, the use of our drones. Some issues concerning production, delivery to the armed forces, and crew training. The task now is to be significantly more active in everything related to the preparation and execution of long-range sanctions against Russia. The more effective Ukraine is in long-range capabilities, the sooner we will be able to achieve peace. The quality of Ukrainian long-range weapons is becoming substantially higher – we are working on this constantly, and we have already provided many different opportunities specifically for production, the necessary funding, and all the support required. We must also substantially scale up their employment. We have clear plans for this in the coming months. Everything must be implemented.

Full text of the address: Office of the President of Ukraine