Zelenskyy: Strikes on Moscow Region Justified Response to Russian War

From Kyiv, these strikes are not just military actions but a necessary and just response to relentless Russian aggression. For weeks, Ukraine has endured devastating attacks on its cities and civilian infrastructure, with the recent May 13-14 strikes alone claiming over 20 lives in Kyiv. President Zelenskyy's firm declaration that "Our responses to Russia’s prolongation of the war and its attacks on our cities and communities are entirely justified" reflects a national sentiment of righteous defense.

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Our responses to Russia’s prolongation of the war and its attacks on our cities and communities are entirely justified.

The targeting of the Moscow region, over 500 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, sends a clear message: the war's consequences are no longer confined to Ukrainian territory. This demonstrates Ukraine's growing capability to strike deep into Russia, challenging the Kremlin's narrative of a distant conflict. The Ukrainian Armed Forces and Defense Forces are commended for their precision, overcoming Russia's concentrated air defenses around Moscow.

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This time, Ukrainian long-range sanctions reached the Moscow region, and we are clearly telling the Russians: their state must end its war.

While Western media might focus on the escalation or the technical aspects of the drone strikes, here in Ukraine, this is viewed as a vital act of self-preservation and a strategic necessity. It is about demonstrating resilience and inflicting costs on the aggressor, showing that Ukraine will not be passive in the face of continued bombardment. The attacks also serve to bolster domestic morale, reinforcing the belief that Ukraine can and will defend itself and bring the war to an end.

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Ukrainian drone and missile manufacturers continue their work. I express my gratitude to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and all Ukrainian Defense Forces for their accuracy. The distance from the Ukrainian state border is more than 500 kilometers.