Zelensky and Putin wish International Women's Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin have addressed women involved in the conflict directly.

Putin said he wants to honour Russian women, who have chosen the highest <x0-mission, home protection”, writes CNN.

And Zelensky said it is the key “to express gratitude today” to women who fight for Ukraine and have given their lives for the country.

Ukrainian President also expressed gratitude for women in his life, both his wife and his mother, and those he works with. He also stressed the importance of gender equality in the workplace.

It is very important that we be equal as colleagues”, he said.