"Russia is trying to divide Ukraine along the Dnipro River" – Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said following a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff that "Russia is trying to divide Ukraine along the Dnipro River".

Source: Zelenskyy's evening address; Financial Times

Quote from Zelenskyy: "There are many, a great many issues that need to be resolved for the regions, cities, and communities facing the greatest difficulties because of all these Russian strikes. We discussed in detail the challenges posed by Russia's operation against our bridges and power grid – Russia is trying to divide Ukraine along the Dnipro River and make life as difficult as possible for people – for our cities and villages."

Details: The Financial Times reported that Zelenskyy had warned of Russia's intention to "cut the country in half" along the Dnipro River during a recent conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Background: Zelenskyy also said following a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff on 9 November that Ukrainian troops are currently strengthening the country's negotiating position.

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