Global support for Ukraine continues to grow ahead of ceasefire talks — Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed this during a press conference.

The president stated that there is no significant weapons shortage in Ukraine today.

"There are issues with FPV drones and some other concerns, but in terms of artillery, mines, systems, etc., we are currently addressing these issues. And, frankly, we are ramping up," he said.

He also added that Ukraine has several contracts, which are no longer free, as was the case in the early years of the full-scale war. These contracts can be paid with Ukraine's own or partner funds.

Zelenskyy emphasized that a potential ceasefire would not affect the aid to Ukraine.

"Right now, all countries... and I am in Finland not by chance, and in Norway not by chance... all countries are doing two things to the maximum: first, they are increasing support, and second, they are increasing the percentage of this support for our domestic production."

According to Zelenskyy, all partners believe that regardless of where, when, and how the ceasefire occurs, the country needs air defense systems. The president explained that due to funding in Ukraine’s budget, this issue will not be resolved, as Ukraine does not have its own production.

"Air defense systems need to be ordered, negotiated with other countries, obtain licenses, and set up our own factories. Their factories in our country," he explained.

The president noted that if the step to end the war is only "the sky," it would still be a positive result, as a ceasefire in the air can be fully controlled. However, details are needed for this. Zelenskyy suggested meeting and negotiating.

• On March 18, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared information about Russia’s offensive plans in Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Kharkiv, and eastern Ukraine.