Zelenskyy: “It Is Now Clear What the End Is for [Putin]. It’s Kursk. The Catastrophe of His War”

In his evening address, on August 12, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reflected on the trajectory of Russia under Putin’s leadership, drawing a comparison between the Kursk submarine disaster 24 years ago, which marked the symbolic beginning of Putin’s rule, and the current situation in the Kursk region amidst the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy suggested that just as the Kursk disaster was a significant moment at the start of Putin’s era, the current circumstances signal the end of his rule and the fate of Kursk as well.

“We see where Russia is actually going under Putin: 24 years ago there was the Kursk disaster — the symbolic beginning of his rule; and now it is clear what is the end for him. It’s also Kursk. The disaster of his war,” he said.

He emphasized that this outcome is inevitable for those who disregard people and rules. He pointed out that Russia, which brought war to other nations, is now facing the consequences at home. Ukraine, he reiterated, has always sought peace, and it will ultimately secure peace.

“This is always the case with those who despise people and any rules. Russia brought war to others, now it’s coming home. Ukraine has always wanted only peace, and we will definitely ensure peace, ‘ Zelenskyy added.

He concluded by expressing gratitude to everyone who contributes to Ukraine’s efforts and saluted those who fight and work for the country, ending with a resounding “Glory to Ukraine!”