Key points from Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s conversation with the media in Rome
Key statements by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a press interaction in Italy:
▫️ Following very constructive and positive discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump, there are political signals indicating the resumption of aid deliveries. Now, teams are working to ensure everything arrives in Ukraine on time.
▫️ Ukrainian intelligence has information that russia intends to prolong the war. putin does not want real peace; he is dependent on war, and only force can compel him to abandon this addiction. That is why Ukraine must remain strong.
▫️ Negotiations with russia will continue only after the agreements from the second Istanbul meeting are fulfilled, namely — prisoner exchanges. Only then can the teams discuss a practical solution — a meeting at the leaders’ level.
▫️ The participation of U.S. representatives — Special Presidential Envoy Keith Kellogg and U.S. Senators — at the “Coalition of the Willing” meeting is a very positive signal and shows true unity.
▫️ Ukraine is expecting a decision on the 18th package of sanctions. There is understanding about what caused the pause, and it will be resolved. Europe is committed to that.
▫️ Agreements have been reached on joint drone production with Denmark, Norway, and the United Kingdom. The war is rapidly transforming technologies, and Ukraine must keep pace.
▫️ There is a positive dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Ukraine’s request for 10 Patriot systems and accompanying missiles. Germany is ready to fund two systems, and Norway — one. Other European partners may join later.
▫️ russia plans to launch 700–1,000 drones daily. If partners provide funding, Ukraine will be able to effectively intercept them using counter-drone systems.
▫️ Ukraine counts on U.S. leadership in the area of sanctions, as well as strict measures against russian weapon production and its economy.
