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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky assessed the results of long-range operations against Russia and the latest developments in the war based on a report presented by Military Intelligence Chief Oleh Ivashchenko.

Zelensky stated that among the recent operations, the destruction of more than 60,000 tons of ammunition at a Baltic Fleet ammunition depot near St. Petersburg stood out. He also said that Ukrainian forces had targeted several military production facilities manufacturing radio-electronic systems and critical components needed by the Russian army.

Referring to documents obtained by Ukrainian intelligence from within Russia, Zelensky said they revealed the impact of the long-range strikes. He claimed that Moscow had redeployed part of its air defense systems from Russian regions to Moscow and the area around the Kerch Bridge, weakening defense capabilities in other regions.

Zelensky also noted that he had received a separate report on Russia's missile production capacity and strategic air assets, adding that Ukraine was preparing new measures in response to Russia's continued attacks.

Stating that Ukraine had presented various proposals for a diplomatic solution, Zelensky argued that responsibility for the prolongation of the war lay with the Russian leadership's unwillingness to engage in diplomatic initiatives.