President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the first anniversary of Russia's invasion with a defiant message, vowing to bring Russian 'murderers' to justice. In an emotional video address, he declared: 'We have endured. We were not defeated. And we will do everything to gain victory this year.'
Zelensky hailed cities such as Bucha, Irpin and Mariupol as 'capitals of invincibility', adding: 'Ukraine has inspired the world. Ukraine has united the world... We will never rest until the Russian murderers face deserved punishment.' The video, titled 'The Year of Invincibility', recalled the day of the invasion on February 24, 2022.
Meanwhile, former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev vowed Russia would win the war and was ready to fight to Poland's borders if needed. China called for a ceasefire, a proposal previously rejected by Ukraine. Nato and EU leaders reiterated their support for Ukraine, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stating Putin 'can end this war'.
