This is a priority: Zelensky repeated the main demand to Russia.

Rescue operations after the missile strike in Kyiv have ended

The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky reported that the rescue operations, which lasted after the missile strike on April 24, were completed on April 25. As a result of this attack, 12 people died, and about 90 were injured. Many of the injured are currently in hospitals, some with serious injuries and amputated limbs.

According to the president, the investigation into the missile is still ongoing. However, it has already been established that it is a ballistic projectile produced in North Korea. It contains at least 116 components, most of which are produced by American companies.

'Insufficient pressure on Russia allows them to import such missiles and other weapons and use them in Europe. Insufficient pressure even on North Korea and its allies enables the production of such ballistic missiles,' emphasized Zelensky.

Zelensky noted that Ukraine agreed to President Trump's proposal for a 'ceasefire in the sky, at sea, and on the front' 45 days ago. The Ukrainian side also proposed to extend the ceasefire during Easter and appealed to Russia with a proposal to stop shelling civilian facilities, but all initiatives were rejected by the Russian Federation.

The president emphasized that in today's world, any war can quickly involve many countries, so it is important that defense is based on collective efforts. He expressed gratitude to partners who help Ukraine protect the lives of Ukrainians by supplying air defense systems and missiles for them. He also thanked those who support sanctions pressure on Russia and its allies.

'We insist that Russia must immediately and unconditionally agree to a complete ceasefire. Pressure on Russia is needed. Stopping killings is the first priority,' Zelensky concluded.

Analysis/context:

The completion of rescue operations after the missile strike in Kyiv is a continuation of events that occurred in Ukraine last month. Investigations show that the missile used in this attack originates from North Korea and contains components produced by American companies. President Zelensky again calls for international pressure on Russia and its allies and emphasizes the need for collective efforts to protect Ukraine. He also expresses gratitude to partners for helping supply air defense systems and missiles to protect the population. Shortly before this, his proposed initiatives for a ceasefire in the sky and on the front were rejected by Russia. It is important to continue monitoring events in eastern Ukraine, where constant shelling leads to human casualties and destruction. The situation requires an immediate cessation of hostilities and the establishment of a peace process to ensure the safety of people in this area.