12.03.2025 18:51
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky mentioned the discussions with the United States regarding a ceasefire with Russia, stating, "We trust that if Russia rejects the ceasefire, the U.S. will take strong steps." Zelensky also expressed that Ukraine will never recognize the occupied territories as Russian land.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made statements regarding the discussions held with the United States about a ceasefire with Russia in Saudi Arabia.
"WE TRUST THAT THE US WILL TAKE STRONG ACTIONS IF RUSSIA REJECTS THE CEASEFIRE"
Zelensky expressed that he expects the US to take strict measures against Russia if it rejects the ceasefire, stating, "We trust that the US will take strong actions if Russia rejects the ceasefire. I don't know the details yet, but we are talking about sanctions and strengthening Ukraine." Zelensky added, "If the Russians show that they are ready to accept the US proposal just as we did, neither more nor less, appropriate decisions will be made. However, if they are not ready, we hope that the US will take the steps it has promised."
"THE US PROMISED TO RENEW SUPPORT AND DID SO"
Zelensky stated that all critical issues were addressed during the meeting in Saudi Arabia, saying, "In general, the US side wanted Ukraine to show that it is ready to take swift steps to end the war. When Ukraine demonstrated this willingness, the US promised to renew its support and did so. Therefore, I see this as a positive outcome."
"THESE STEPS WILL MEAN 'PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH'"
Emphasizing that the meeting was "extremely constructive," Zelensky said, "Subsequently, our European partners also announced that they support the serious steps we are taking to end the war. They said, 'The ball is now in Russia's court.' Therefore, sanctions or other pressure tools against Russia will depend on the US's dialogue with Russia. If I understood correctly, these steps will mean 'peace through strength.'
"WE WILL NOT RECOGNIZE ANY TERRITORY OCCUPIED BY RUSSIA"
Zelensky stated that Ukraine will never recognize the occupied territories as Russian land, saying, "We will not recognize any territory occupied by Russia. This is a fact. Our people fought for this, our heroes gave their lives. Many were injured, and many endured a lot. Therefore, no one will forget this. When I say no one will forget, these are our fundamental red lines."
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