If Russia had agreed to a ceasefire, Ukraine would not have launched Operation "Web" aimed at destroying Russian strategic aircraft.
Source: statement from President Volodymyr Zelensky at a briefing
Direct quote from Zelensky: "A ceasefire could have been possible before the operation we conducted (Operation "Web" - Ed.)... Would the operation have occurred then? No".
Details: Zelensky added that Ukraine will not leave acts of aggression unanswered.
Direct quote from Zelensky: "This does not mean that while we seek a ceasefire we are doing nothing. This is our approach. … We must adhere to the rules. I believe that if ceasefire rules apply to all, then they apply to everyone. If they are violated, we too can respond in kind".
During the briefing, Zelensky noted that he awarded employees of the Security Service of Ukraine for conducting the special operation "Web" on Russian territory. He stated that as a result of the operation, 41 aircraft were damaged, half of which are beyond repair.
