Zelenskyy to West after Russian strike on Sumy: Talks have never stopped ballistic missiles

Following a Russian ballistic missile strike on the city of Sumy on Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the international community - particularly the United States and Europe - to respond firmly. Source: Zelenskyy on X (Twitter), as reported by European Pravda Details: The president stated that the Russian strike on a street in Sumy resulted in dozens of civilians killed and wounded.

Quote: "Only filthy scum can act like this - taking the lives of ordinary people.

My condolences to the families and loved ones [of those who were killed - ed.]. A rescue operation is underway. All necessary services are working at the scene.

The world must respond firmly. The United States, Europe, everyone in the world who wants this war and these killings to end." Details: Zelenksyy emphasised that Russia seeks this kind of terror and is deliberately prolonging the war.

Quote: "Without pressure on Russia, peace is impossible. Talks have never stopped ballistic missiles and aerial bombs. What's needed is an attitude toward Russia that a terrorist deserves.

I thank everyone who stands with Ukraine and helps us defend life."

Background: Artem Kobzar, acting Mayor of Sumy, reported that more than 20 civilians were killed in the Russian missile strike on the centre of Sumy on the morning of 13 April.

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