Zelenskyy discusses military personnel issues and defence reinforcement in Donetsk Oblast with commander-in-chief

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has discussed strengthening the defences of Kostiantynivka and Sloviansk in Donetsk Oblast, as well as personnel issues within the Armed Forces, with Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi.

Source: Zelenskyy on X (Twitter)

Quote: "I received a report from Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapatyi. Particular focus was on the defence of Kostiantynivka, Sloviansk, and the Donetsk region as a whole. I am grateful to all units that are fully carrying out their combat missions, repelling Russian assaults, eliminating infiltration attempts, and systematically destroying the occupiers. We understand how to reinforce this sector."

Details: Zelenskyy said they also discussed tasks related to long-range drone strikes against Russia. "Good results have been achieved at the Yaroslavl oil refinery. We are continuing the relevant operations," he noted.

Drapatyi also briefed the president on work regarding anti-ballistic capabilities, including his communication with the American side.

Quote: "We are working at every level to secure packages of air defence missiles. All our partners know what is needed and how this affects not only the saving of lives and the protection of our cities, but also Russia's attitude towards diplomacy. The more Putin believes in his bet on ballistic missiles, the more reticent he will be to respond positively to diplomatic proposals. Therefore, strengthening Ukraine's defence is a direct investment in diplomacy."

Details: Among other things, Zelenskyy and Drapatyi discussed personnel issues within the Armed Forces that need to be resolved.

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