In the fifth year of the full-scale war, Russia looks nothing like it wanted to on the front line. And this is entirely thanks to the Defence Forces of Ukraine.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this while congratulating service members on Defenders of Ukraine Day.

“We are doing everything to destroy Russian military logistics. Our operations in this area continue without interruption. Our warriors are degrading Russia’s strike capabilities and eliminating infiltration,” the President of Ukraine said.

He added that Ukrainian forces currently have an advantage in the use of technology on the battlefield. Often under difficult and challenging conditions, with smaller forces and under the constant threat of strikes, including guided aerial bombs and other Russian attacks, Ukrainian troops are achieving the results Ukraine needs.

“All of this is extremely important so that our entire country can live, exist, work and defend Ukraine’s independence and its right to live. Things are difficult now in many rear cities and communities. The situation is also difficult in the capital because of constant Russian attacks with Shahed drones and missiles targeting the energy system, critical infrastructure — literally, targeting people’s lives,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

The President of Ukraine stressed that Russia is escalating its attacks and trying to break Ukraine, particularly now, ahead of winter.

“We are doing everything to protect our country. We are striking back at the aggressor. We are developing new weapons and fighting for new support from our partners. But all of this is possible because the front remains strong. The front has not been broken, and our corps, brigades, and our active and strong people are fighting for Ukraine,” he concluded.