Zelenskyy 'ready' for offensive, but fears major casualties

By Agence France-Presse

Jun 03, 2023 7:30 pm

Ukrainian leader calls Putin a 'cornered animal'

KYIV: Ukraine is ready to launch a long-awaited counteroffensive against Russia, but fears large casualties due to Moscow's superior air power, President Volodydmyr Zelenskyy said in comments published on Saturday.

Ukraine has said it is preparing for a major offensive against Moscow's occupation forces for months, but Zelenskyy has repeatedly warned that Kyiv needs more time and weapons.

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Ukrainian leader calls Putin a 'cornered animal'

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