Fierce fighting in Donetsk region, Kursk area: Zelensky receives report from CinC Syrskyi
The head of state shared this in a video address, according to a Ukrinform correspondent.
“I want to thank all our warriors – each and every one who is now at the front, on combat posts and missions. Today, Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi delivered reports – Donetsk and Kursk directions are where the fiercest fighting is ongoing. I want to thank our men of the 33rd, 225th, and 425th Assault Regiments. In the Kramatorsk direction – warriors of the 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade – well done! In the Pokrovsk direction – the 14th Operational Brigade of the National Guard and the 117th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine – thank you!” Zelensky said.
The President also noted that units of the National Police of Ukraine are defending the country on the front lines: the "Liut" ("Fury") and "Khizhak" ("Predator") assault brigades, special forces KORD units, and rifle battalions.
“Thank you all! Ukraine has defended its independence. Ukraine defends its right to life every single day. And we will definitely guarantee Ukraine’s security – exactly as needed,” Zelensky emphasized.
As reported by Ukrinform earlier, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that since the beginning of 2025, Ukraine’s Defense Forces have destroyed over 6,000 Russian artillery systems.
