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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that Ukraine has been left with "virtually no intact thermal power plants" because of Russian strikes as the country prepares for another winter of war.
"We also spoke about the challenges Ukraine faces this winter, when we are left with virtually no intact thermal power plants because of Russian strikes, when Russian missiles are aimed precisely at making the lives of Ukrainians unbearable," Zelenskyy told reporters in Belgrade, speaking alongside Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic.
Zelenskyy made the remarks during his visit to Serbia, where the two countries also signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in animal health and food safety.
Speaking at a joint briefing after talks with Vucic, Zelenskyy said the two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation, including energy, infrastructure, food security and Ukraine's reconstruction.
He thanked Serbia for its support and said Belgrade would provide a new package of humanitarian aid to Ukraine, particularly in the medical and energy sectors.
Zelenskyy said the two countries also discussed preparations for the coming winter, when Ukraine faces severe energy challenges.
"We also talked about the challenges of this winter for Ukraine, when we practically do not have a single whole thermal power plant left because of Russian strikes," he said.
He added that Russian attacks had also damaged train stations, hospitals, universities and civilian businesses.
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Zelenskyy called for accelerating negotiations on a free trade agreement between Ukraine and Serbia, saying the two countries should aim to finalize preparations by the end of the year.
He also said the two leaders discussed diplomatic efforts to end the war, stressing that Kyiv seeks "a decent peace" and guaranteed security.
"We want to use all available opportunities in Washington and Beijing, in the capitals of Europe, our partners in the Middle East and the Gulf, and in all capitals of the world that have influence on these processes," Zelenskyy said.
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