Zelenskiy Urges Western Support for Long-Range Strikes on Russia

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy emphasized the need for full Western support to position Ukraine strongly in future negotiations with Russia. Speaking at a forum in Italy, he called for assistance in conducting long-range strikes, specifically targeting Russian military airfields up to 300 km away.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, addressing a forum in Italy, emphasized the critical need for complete support from Ukraine's allies to secure a strong position in any eventual negotiations with Russia.

Zelenskiy highlighted the importance of enabling Ukraine to carry out long-range strikes, particularly aimed at Russian military airfields, with a strike range of up to 300 km (186 miles).

He called on Western nations to provide the necessary assistance to achieve this capability, stressing its significance in the ongoing conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)