During his visit to Kupiansk, President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the critical importance of military achievements for success in international diplomacy. He shared this on his Facebook page.
"Our armed forces are making significant strides in the Kupiansk direction today, achieving results for our nation. There has been much talk about Kupiansk, but we are witnessing real actions. I personally met with the soldiers and expressed my gratitude to each unit, to all who are fighting here and defeating the enemy," he stated.
Zelensky also pointed out that for successful diplomacy, Ukraine needs to have strong positions on the front lines. "This directly impacts our ability to negotiate for the end of the conflict," he added.
He also congratulated the military on the Day of the Ground Forces, celebrated on December 12.