The participation of Chinese citizens, air defense systems, and Russia's refusal of a ceasefire: key statements by Zelensky at Ramstein.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the 'Ramstein' meeting, urging for additional air defense systems for Ukraine, specifically Patriot, to protect the civilian population from Russian missiles. He also emphasized the involvement of Chinese citizens in combat on the side of Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appealed to the defense ministers of partner countries, calling for the provision of additional air defense systems for Ukraine, in particular the Patriot system, to protect civilians from Russian missile attacks. Zelensky noted that Kryvyi Rih is a constant target of airstrikes and emphasized the necessity of having systems that ensure peace and security. The President recalled the tragedy that occurred a week ago when a Russian missile killed 19 people in Kryvyi Rih, including 9 children. He also stated that other Ukrainian cities also need protection from Russian missiles.

Zelensky also reported that Ukrainian forces captured Chinese citizens who were fighting on the side of Russia for the first Time. He stated that at least several hundred Chinese are fighting alongside Russia and added that Russia is trying to compensate for its losses by recruiting another nation.

Zelensky reported that Ukrainian military detained Chinese citizens who took part in combat on the side of Russia. He emphasized that Russia is trying to involve an additional nation to compensate for its losses. Zelensky also noted that at least several hundred Chinese are fighting on the side of Russia.

The Ukrainian President called on partners to develop a long-term security strategy for Ukraine. He noted that focus should not only be on current needs but also on future security guarantees for the country. Zelensky also expressed gratitude to countries working on creating a new guarantee force format called 'coalition of the willing'. He urged for increased pressure on Russia and emphasized that this should continue until the threat of Russian strikes is eliminated from Ukraine.