America News Agency

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that during his meeting with Commander Andrii Biletskyi, they discussed the latest situation in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions as well as the country's defense strategies.

Sharing details of the meeting, Zelensky said: "I received a report from Andrii Biletskyi, Commander of the Third Army Corps of the Eastern Operational Command of the Ukrainian Ground Forces. I am grateful for the corps' strong positions. We discussed the frontline situation in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions, Russia's possible next steps, and our tasks in defending the country."

Highlighting the importance of military strength on the front line for Ukraine's international standing, Zelensky said: "The key point is that Ukraine's positions on the front line must be as strong as necessary to defend our country's independence and national interests around the world and in diplomatic efforts. The front line is the foundation."

Emphasizing that supporting military units remains a priority, Zelensky concluded his statement by saying: "Special attention was given to supplying our units. Andrii, thank you!"