President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told his nation that Ukraine had suffered “serious losses” in the initial stages of Russia’s long-feared attack early on February 24, with an adviser saying at least 40 people had been killed.
Zelenskiy also said he was breaking diplomatic ties with Moscow and he urged Russians “who had not lost their honor” to protest their government’s actions.
Zelenskiy spoke in a televised address on February 24 shortly after Russian missiles had targeted air bases and military infrastructure in at least 25 cities after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a “special” operation to “demilitarize” its neighbor and rival.
www.rferl.org/a/putin-ukraine-military-operation/31719680.html
KYIV, Feb 24 (Reuters) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday called on all citizens who were ready to defend the country from Russian forces to come forward, saying Kyiv would issue weapons to everyone who wants them.
www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-zelenskiy-calls-citizens-fight-promises-weapons-2022-02-24/