Milan, 16 August (LaPresse) – ‘In light of the political and diplomatic situation in Ukraine and knowing Russia's disloyalty, we expect that in the coming days the Russian army may attempt to increase pressure and attacks on Ukrainian positions in order to create more favourable political circumstances for negotiations with global actors.’ This was stated by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a post on X. ‘We are documenting the movements and preparations of Russian troops. Of course, if necessary, we will respond asymmetrically. I have asked the commander-in-chief to speak with the commanders of the armed forces. Ukraine needs strong positions and truly tangible resistance against the enemy,’ Zelensky added.