Volodymyr Zelenskyy: G7 countries have to invest in Ukrainian defense technologies and strengthen sanctions against

Russia launched 440 drones and 32 missiles of different types, including ballistic and cassette warheads. According to the President, rescue work is still ongoing. As of this time, 131 wounded and 15 dead are known, including a US citizen. Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that Russia deepens cooperation with Iran and North Korea, which is a threat not only for Ukraine but for the whole world.

An example of this is the modernization of the Iranian drones by Russia and the subsequent transfer of advanced models to North Korea. That is why Ukraine is working on the development and deployment of drones-interceptors and requires additional funding for their production. “We all have to work together - with the maximum level of coordination. Not only political and diplomatic, but also technological and investment.

I urge you to continue to increase investments in weapons production in Ukraine is the fastest way to achieve results, ”the President said. He also called on G7 leaders to impose a strict limitation of Russian oil prices - not higher than $ 30. According to the President, the 18th sanction package of the EU should strengthen the restriction against the banking and energy sectors of Russia.

  In addition, the head of state emphasized that it is important to provide $ 40 billion in annual budget support for Ukraine by G7 countries, including the US. According to Vladimir Zelensky, it is also important to continue to call for US President Donald Trump to use all his real influence on Russia's pressure on Russia for the end of the war. “It is the US and President Trump who proposed ceasefire, diplomacy, immediate meetings and negotiations. But Russia has blocked all efforts.