Zelensky to Putin: "You wanted all of Ukraine - and lost an entire generation that you sent to the slaughter"

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed Vladimir Putin in a video message on the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence. Zelensky stated that Putin is mortal and that Ukrainian 'Flamingo' missiles should become widespread and 'winter' in Russia. He also said Ukraine has no illusions or trust in Russian authorities, and addressed Putin regarding losses.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky released a video message on August 24, 2026, the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, addressed to Russian President Vladimir Putin. In the address, Zelensky declared that Putin is mortal and spoke about the need to make Ukrainian 'Flamingo' missiles a mass weapon that should 'winter' in Russia. He emphasized that Ukraine has no illusions or trust in Russian authorities. Directly addressing Putin, Zelensky said: 'You wanted to capture all of Ukraine, all our land; instead, you lost your oil refineries, your fleet, and an entire generation that you sent to the slaughter.' The article is a retelling of this address without additional analysis or context.

Zelensky to Putin: "You wanted all of Ukraine - and lost an entire generation that you sent to the slaughter"