In his address, the President of Ukraine focused on the situation at the front, in particular on the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions, where dozens of attacks took place over the past day. Ukrainian troops continue to defend their positions, and the head of state expressed gratitude to all the military who provide defense, UNN reports .
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The President noted that important results had been achieved in destroying Russian equipment near Toretsk. He emphasized that the destruction of Russian military potential and counterattacks, including the operation in the Kursk region, are the main tasks of Ukrainian defense actions.
The President also emphasized the importance of reducing Russia's potential, as it helps to deter aggression and bring a just peace to Ukraine. He expressed gratitude to everyone who fights for the state, helps in defense and works for a common goal.
The President paid special attention to honoring individual units, including the 100th, 47th, 110th, 79th, 66th, 67th, 42nd separate mechanized brigades, and the 35th Marine Brigade. He expressed his gratitude to these soldiers for their resilience and strength.
The Head of State also informed about the report of Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi on the situation in eastern Ukraine, the operation in Kursk region, replenishment of the “exchange fund” and equipping brigades with reserves, including weapons and ammunition. The President emphasized the need to speed up supplies from international partners, especially addressing the United States, the United Kingdom, and France.
Finally, the President announced important weeks of diplomatic work with partners from Europe, the Americas, and the Global South. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine entering the fall even stronger.
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