Zelensky at the summit in Vilnius told that she showed the special operation of the SBU “Web”

President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the operation of the Security Service of Ukraine “The Web” has demonstrated that Ukraine is capable of effective tactical decisions in the war with the Russian Federation, and is able to inflict significant losses to the enemy that force him to think about diplomacy.

Source: The head of state during the Summit of the Bucharest Nine and northern countries in Vilnius, quotes “European Truth”

Details: Zelensky emphasized that the main priority for Ukraine remains the strengthening of defense. He thanked the partners for the support packages, the development of joint production of weapons, and especially for investments in the military industry of Ukraine.

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“Europe with America has better weapons than Russia. We also have stronger tactical solutions – our web of yesterday’s operation proved it.

The head of state drew attention to the risks that Russia bears for the whole region. In particular, he called for attention to the actions of the Russian Federation in Belarus.

Zelensky noted that Ukraine is able to cover up to 40% of its defense needs through its own production, but stable funding is required. “Our operations demonstrate the impact of investments, especially in drones,” he said.

Separately, the president recalled the urgent need for air defense systems.

“And we still urgently need air defense, especially Patriot and missiles to them. Each of you knows what we need and what you can help. Need solutions,” Zelensky summed up.

Prehistory:

• The special operation of the Security Service of Ukraine under the code name “Web” – one of the largest and most complex sabotage operations against Russia’s military aviation, was conducted on June 1, 2025.
• According to the SBU, 41 Russian military aircraft were affected, among which strategic bombers Tu-95, TU-22M3, Tu-160, as well as a aircraft of a long-range radar detection A-50.
• The EU Ambassador to Kyiv Katarina Mernova after the SBU’s special operation “The Web” stated that Ukraine has its maps in the war.
• Denmark Prime Minister Matte Frederixen, commenting on the Ukrainian attack on Russian military airfields, which resulted in the destroyed and damaged strategic bombers, said Ukraine was successfully defending itself.