Russia's military operation in Ukraine only beginning: Ukrainian president

Russia’s military operation in Ukraine is only the beginning -- Moscow wants to subdue other countries, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said late Friday.

"The Russian invasion of Ukraine was intended only as a beginning, then they want to capture other countries. Of course, we will defend ourselves as long as necessary to break this ambition of the Russian Federation," Zelenskyy said in a video address to the nation.

Urging countries that have stayed neutral as Russia’s war on Ukraine continues, Zelenskyy said Ukraine is "the first on this path," adding, "if anyone who can become next wants to stay neutral today so as not to lose anything, this is the riskiest bet."