Vadym Prystaiko press conference following the invasion of Ukraine

The transcript discusses the unexpected scale of the attack on Ukraine, the preparedness of the Ukrainian government, and the public's reaction. It highlights the historical context of nuclear weapons transfer to Russia in 1994 and the perceived failure of guarantees. The cultural and familial ties between Ukrainians and Russians make the attack seem unthinkable to many. The transcript also covers the invasion routes through Chernobyl and Belarusian territory, which were anticipated by some.

What was the initial reaction of the Ukrainian government to the attack?

• They were completely unprepared.

• They had anticipated the scale of the attack.

• They were surprised by the scale but had some preparations in place.

• They immediately sought international military assistance.

What historical event is mentioned as a factor in Ukraine's current situation?

• The transfer of nuclear weapons to Russia in 1994

• The annexation of Crimea

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The signing of the Minsk Agreement

Why did many Ukrainians find the attack unthinkable?

• They were geographically isolated from Russia.

• They believed in strong diplomatic ties with Russia.

• They had no military forces to defend themselves.

• They had strong cultural and familial ties with Russians.

Which unprotected area was used as a route for the invasion?

• The Chernobyl exclusion zone

• The Carpathian Mountains

• The Crimean Peninsula

• The Black Sea coast

What was a significant strategic foresight by Ukrainian officials regarding the attack?

• The reliance on air strikes

• The use of cyber warfare

• The deployment of naval forces

• The invasion through the Chernobyl exclusion zone