He said that 200,000 sq km of Ukrainian territory had been mined by Russian forces, making the battlefield progress difficult.
Zelensky also reinforced the need for Ukraine to be given security guarantees from Nato but said ultimately the goal was membership of the defensive alliance.
He also discussed the need for immediate actions such as finding places for people to live and rebuilding the destroyed Kakhovka dam, as well as longer-term reforms including digitilization of Ukraine and anti-corruption measures.
Zelensky also spoke about the importance of finding a peaceful solution to the conflict but said that Ukraine would never agree to a "frozen conflict" with Russia.
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LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
President Zelensky Calls for Immediate Action and Long-Term Reform in Wake of Military Offensive
President Volodymyr Zelensky has acknowledged that progress has been slower than desired in Ukraine's military offensive to recapture areas occupied by Russia.
21 June 2023 · 20:41 UTC
