The defense by the Ukrainian army of Donbass (east), Moscow's priority target, is "
vital
" for Kiev because its outcome "
will give an indication
" on the continuation of the war with Russia, estimated Tuesday evening June 14 the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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“
It is vital to stay in Donbass.
(…) The defense of the region is essential to give an indication of who will dominate (on the ground) in the coming weeks
,” Zelensky said in his daily address to Ukrainians broadcast on Telegram.