36-hour unilateral ceasefire announced by the President of Russia Vladimir Putin ended without a real cessation of hostilities, and Ukrainians in some areas celebrated Christmas in underground shelters.

“The world on Saturday, January 7, Christmas for those who follow the Julian calendar, was once again able to see how false the words of any level coming from Moscow,” the message says. Vladimir Zelensky in your recorded message.

“By the way, today the world was once again able to see how false the words of any level coming from Moscow are. They said something about an alleged ceasefire … But in fact, Russian shells hit Bakhmut and other Ukrainian positions again, ”he said.

The Ukrainian leader emphasized that on January 7 it was once again confirmed that only the expulsion of the Russian occupiers from the territory of Ukraine and the elimination of any possibility of pressure by the Russian Federation on Ukraine and all of Europe would mean the restoration of peace, security and peace.

“We are working for this, the help of our partners is aimed at this, the entire civilized world is now aiming at this. And thanks to everyone who helps us defend the independence of Ukraine! Thanks to everyone who fights and works for the good of our state! Today we are one step closer to our victory,” Zelensky said.

Source: Ukrinform