Live Updates > Live Update Details
2026-02-17 13:20:24
[Zelensky Says More Attacks Make Agreements Harder] Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted on social media on the evening of the 16th that Russia is preparing a new large-scale attack on Ukrainian energy facilities. The more Russian actions there are, the more difficult it will be to reach an agreement with the other parties. Zelenskyy stated that intelligence indicates Russia is preparing further large-scale strikes against Ukrainian energy facilities, therefore it is essential to ensure the deployment of air defense systems. He also stated that Russia's attack methods are constantly "evolving," and Ukraine needs to take special defensive measures against such attacks and obtain the support of partner countries. Zelenskyy said that the demands previously raised by Ukraine in Munich, Germany, should be implemented as soon as possible. Any interference with or delay in the supply of air defense missiles will exacerbate the losses. He also urged partner countries to take action to force Russia to lay down its arms. (Xinhua)
