Zelensky hails Ukrainian defense industry as key to resisting Russia and leading global arms innovation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked Ukrainian Weaponsmith Day by honoring workers from the country's defense industry, underscoring their critical role in enabling Ukraine to resist Russian aggression and establish itself as a global force in weapons innovation. In a speech delivered alongside the awards ceremony, Zelensky credited these manufacturers for guaranteeing Ukraine’s sovereignty through cutting-edge arms production that has revolutionized modern warfare. This recognition ali