Analysis
Ukraine has indeed pledged to rebuild all war-damaged infrastructure, as stated. However, while international discussions (e.g., at the Lugano Conference, 2022) and legal mechanisms (e.g., frozen Russian assets) explore holding Russia financially accountable, no binding agreement or enforcement mechanism guarantees full reparations. The statement oversimplifies the feasibility of Russia covering all costs.
Background
Since Russia's 2022 invasion, Ukraine has suffered over $400 billion in damages (World Bank, 2023). Reconstruction efforts are underway, but funding relies on a mix of international aid, sanctions, and potential future Russian asset seizures. Legal pathways for reparations are still under development.
Verdict summary
Zelenskyy's commitment to rebuild is accurate, but the claim that 'Russia will pay' remains uncertain and legally complex.