In a recent development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commended his country's armed forces for carrying out airstrikes on Russian military targets, including airfields and oil refineries. These strikes were carried out in retaliation for the continuous bombardments Ukraine has faced since Russia's invasion more than two years ago.

President Zelensky expressed his gratitude towards Ukrainian soldiers and the defense industry for effectively striking Russian airfields, oil refineries, and logistics. He viewed these strikes as crucial in responding to Russia's aggressive actions and hindering the occupier's ability to maintain control over Ukrainian territories.

One of the reported targets was the Morozovsk airfield in the Rostov region, which was hit by drones, resulting in the destruction of an ammunition depot. While Russian officials did not confirm the destruction of the airfield, local governor Vasily Golubev announced a state of emergency in the Morozovsk district.

Additionally, a fuel warehouse in the Kamensky district of the Rostov region was reportedly struck by Ukrainian forces, causing oil tanks to catch fire. The Ukrainian armed forces also claimed responsibility for sinking the B-237 Rostov-on-Don submarine in occupied Crimea, as well as destroying four missile launchers.

These airstrikes mark a significant escalation in Ukraine's actions against Russian-held territory throughout the war. President Zelensky has actively sought support from allied nations to lift restrictions, allowing Ukraine to utilize Western weapons to target areas where Russia launches missiles and strikes Ukraine.

Ukraine's human rights commissioner has called for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the United Nations (UN) to investigate a distressing image that surfaced online, which is believed to depict a Ukrainian prisoner-of-war killed and dismembered by Russian forces.

As these strikes continue, it remains to be seen how this latest development will impact the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. President Zelensky believes that each accurate strike on Russian military targets brings the just end of the war closer, intensifying the efforts towards Ukraine's ultimate goal of regaining control over its territories.