Zelensky: Every Ukrainian 'long-range sanction' is argument for Russia to end war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said this in his evening video address, according to Ukrinform.

"Each of our long-range sanctions is an argument so that others do not even think about getting involved in the war. And so that Russians come to feel that this war must be ended," he said.

Zelensky thanked the Ukrainian military for another wave of Ukrainian "long-range sanctions" targeting Russia's oil refining sector.

"There are strong results. The distance from our state border is 800 kilometers. The refinery in Syzran – the hit has been confirmed. I also thank the Security Service of Ukraine – Special Operations Center 'A' – for an important response to the occupier on the territory of our Kherson region. Thank you, guys!" he said.

Speaking about his communication with community representatives from the Kyiv and Chernihiv regions, the head of state noted that if there are urgent issues, including equipment and resources, and communities are able to carry out necessary tasks themselves, the government must ensure funding and support.

Zelensky stressed that energy unites everyone and remains a challenge.

"The resilience plans prepared for the regions must be fully implemented for every region and every community. Time matters. I thank everyone involved for their prompt work, and I thank the businesses that are helping. I thank everyone who cares for their community and for Ukraine as they would for themselves. Thank you, Slavutych!" he said.

Zelensky also thanked all community leaders who are truly staying close to people.

"We will certainly defend our state, defend Ukraine, and our independence. Glory to Ukraine!" Zelensky said.

On May 21, a fire broke out at the Syzran oil refinery in Russia's Samara region following a UAV strike.