Zelenskyy on Russian losses: It will soon be difficult to find marines throughout Russia

Zelensky said this in his latest address.

"The enemy is already losing so many of its people and forces that it will soon be difficult to find, for example, a "marine" throughout Russia. And our task is to make sure that there is less and less desire to keep Ukrainian territories under occupation. The liberation of our land is the goal we are working on every day. And I want to thank our warriors. Each and every one; with their resilience and bravery on the front lines they enable us to prepare our next defense steps," Zelenskyy said.

The President also noted the efficiency of a number of the AFU units.

"The 54th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after Hetman Ivan Mazepa and the 10th Separate Assault Brigade "Edelweiss" – thank you guys for the effective defense of Donetsk region! The 25th Separate Airborne Sicheslav Brigade, the 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade and the 95th air assault brigade –thank you guys for defending the Luhansk region! Every day of your defense allows us to prepare for future liberation of our cities and communities. We cannot leave a single chance to all the occupiers. And we will not. I thank everyone who helps our country! Glory to each and every one who is in combat!" - said Zelensky.

He also talked about preparations for international events where Ukraine's position should be heard, and emphasized the need to prevent Russia from seizing the initiative in the war.

"Today we had a day that can be called preparatory. Preparatory for the international events that will take place tomorrow or the day after. As always, Ukraine’s position must be heard. Hence, we are preparing our position so that it is guaranteed to be heard. This day was also preparatory for a longer term perspective. Defense issues, economic issues – both with an eye to the spring of this year. We have to ensure that this spring it truly feels like Ukraine is moving towards victory. This applies to the training of our defense forces, the supply of weapons for our country and our strategic initiative in the war. Any attempts by Russia to retake the initiative must be thwarted. And I am confident that we will do so," Zelenskyy said.

• Earlier, Zelenskyy said that an unprecedented irrevocable destruction of the Russian military potential is happening in Donbas.