Not counting losses: Zelensky spoke about the 3 most difficult sections of the front.

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, in his address at the end of the 1202nd day of war, spoke about the launch of the prisoner exchange process, the situation at the front, and plans in the field of diplomacy.

Today, June 9, the first stage of the exchange under the Istanbul agreements has begun. The priority is given to the wounded, seriously injured, and people under 25 years old. Official details of the exchange will be disclosed later, as they are quite sensitive. The report on the exchange will continue for more than one day.

Diplomatic and Combat Plans

Zelensky also talks about the urgency of diplomatic initiatives in June to achieve real results. Each meeting should have a specific outcome for Ukraine. He emphasized that if negotiations do not lead to the end of the war, measures must be introduced to protect Ukraine or pressure Russia. Such measures could be painful sanctions or effective diplomacy.

Also, the meeting discussed the situation at the front, the development of new military units, and strikes against Russian targets. Zelensky emphasized that successful strikes should harm not only the mood in Moscow but also the real indicators of military production and supply of the Russian army.

The Ukrainian president spoke about the launch of the prisoner exchange, extensive diplomatic activities, and achievements at the front. The launched process of exchanging prisoners has general priorities; details of the exchange remain confidential. Diplomatic efforts focus on achieving specific results that will help change the situation in the country. At the front, the emphasis is on precise strikes and supporting the development of Ukrainian military units aimed at deteriorating the real indicators of Russia's military potential.

During his speech, the President of Ukraine emphasized the launch of the prisoner exchange process, the importance of diplomatic efforts, and precise strikes at the front. He also stressed that negotiations must lead either to the end of the war or to effective measures to protect the country or pressure on Russia, including the imposition of sanctions or active diplomacy. The conducted prisoner exchange has significant importance for Ukraine's joint action at the political and military levels aimed at resolving the conflict in the country.