Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is prepared to end the war but will not relinquish territory or accept Moscow's current conditions.
Key facts
- •Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected the possibility of ending the war by giving up the Donbas region.
- •The president stated that Russia has lost portions of its fleet and oil refineries during the conflict.
- •Zelenskyy called for the widespread use of 'Flamingo' missiles against targets inside Russia.
- •Ukraine has requested that China react more clearly to Russian threats.
- •Zelenskyy urged allies to provide the necessary equipment to stop the war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared on the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence that his country is ready to end the conflict but will not agree to Moscow's terms. In a video message, he explicitly rejected the possibility of ending the war by ceding the Donbas region.
Military and Diplomatic Stance
Zelenskyy addressed Russian President Vladimir Putin, asserting that Russia has suffered losses including parts of its fleet, oil refineries, and a generation of soldiers during the invasion. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's domestic defense industry, specifically noting that 'Flamingo' missiles should be deployed in large numbers against targets within Russia.
Calls for International Support
The Ukrainian president urged allies to provide the necessary resources to end the war as quickly as possible, stating that Ukraine is not asking for foreign troops to fight on its behalf. He further called for European unity and requested that China take a clearer stance against Russian threats to help bring the conflict to a close.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by N1 Info.
