Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Russia’s continued attacks on civilian areas and urged Western allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine’s air-defense capabilities.

Zelensky called for additional interceptor missiles and stronger sanctions against Russia as Ukraine faces growing pressure on its air-defense stocks amid sustained Russian missile and drone attacks.

Kyiv is also working to accelerate development of its own missile systems as it seeks to reduce reliance on Western-supplied air-defense interceptors, including Patriot systems.

The Ukrainian government has warned that maintaining sufficient air-defense coverage remains a critical priority as Russian attacks continue across the country.