Zelensky bolsters European alliances with new defense accords amid intensifying Russian strikes
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Sunday that Ukraine has secured new military and energy assistance agreements with European allies. These pacts come as the nation prepares to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion on February 24.
The deals, finalized during high-level meetings in Munich and Berlin, focus on providing critical air defense missiles and infrastructure support. Kyiv is currently escalating its efforts to repel Russian territorial gains and systemic aerial assaults targeting the national power grid.
Strategic defense and energy resilience
Zelensky confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that specific aid measures were agreed upon to bolster Ukraine’s defenses before the February 24 milestone. This support is vital as the country faces significant diplomatic pressure to enter negotiations despite ongoing hostilities.
"I am grateful to our partners for their resolve," Zelensky stated. He emphasized that the rapid delivery of equipment is essential to counter the "winter offensive" that has left millions of citizens without electricity following targeted strikes on energy hubs.
Unprecedented aerial bombardment
The urgency of the new accords is underscored by the scale of recent Russian aggression. In the past week alone, Moscow launched approximately 1,300 strike drones, 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and dozens of ballistic missiles at Ukrainian cities.
The diplomatic breakthrough in Berlin, involving nearly a dozen European leaders, signals a renewed commitment to Kyiv’s security. These reinforcements aim to stabilize the front lines and protect civilian infrastructure from the escalating barrage of long-range weaponry.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
