Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to destroy life in Ukraine’s largest cities. This is evidenced by remarks he made to people in his closest inner circle.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this during a speech at the European Political Community summit on 12 November.
“Putin told people in his closest inner circle that he wants to destroy life in these cities. That is why we see constant terror against Kyiv — the capital, Dnipro, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Kherson and other cities,” Zelenskyy said.
The President noted that Ukraine has already prepared plans to ensure the resilience of its largest cities, which are the country’s economic and social centres. Additional support from partners is needed to implement them.
Zelenskyy also urged support for Ukraine’s energy sector. He said assistance is needed as early as November and throughout the winter. Ukraine has a list of equipment destroyed by Russian strikes that must be restored.