Zelensky warns Russia of reciprocal blackout threats to Moscow

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a warning to Russia regarding potential blackout threats in Ukraine"s capital, stating that such actions would result in reciprocal blackouts in Moscow. Zelensky emphasized that civilized nations do not initiate aggression, but he clarified that this does not imply weakness.

During his remarks, Zelensky addressed the use of online maps depicting occupied territories. He explained that the display of "red regions" does not necessarily indicate occupation but rather signifies areas where enemy forces have been detected. He stated, "The program records where the enemy has entered. The program simply marks this, but there is an immediate impression that the territory is occupied." He added that the situation is fluid, and enemy presence can change rapidly, affecting perceptions of occupation.

Zelensky"s comments also highlighted the misunderstanding among European leaders and the Ukrainian public regarding the status of these territories, noting that the presence of enemy forces is marked but does not equate to full occupation.

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