Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said in his evening address that the Russians had various insane intentions in Sumy Oblast, but the Ukrainian defence forces are holding them back.
Quote: "A very detailed report on the frontline situation was delivered at the meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff, with a particular focus on Sumy Oblast and actions in the border area.
The Russians had various plans and intentions there that were, as always, absolutely insane.
We are holding back these murderers and crushing them, protecting our Sumy Oblast.".
Details: Zelenskyy added that on Friday 20 June, Russia openly stated once again that it does not want a ceasefire.
Putin later claimed that he does not want Ukraine to surrender, but to acknowledge the realities on the ground.
Putin also claimed that Russia is establishing a buffer zone in Ukraine’s Sumy Oblast and said he has not ruled out capturing the city of Sumy. »