Main theses of Volodymyr Zelenskyy in NewsNation interview
Key statements by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky from an interview with the American TV channel NewsNation:
▫️russia is actively supporting Iran by sharing military experience and technologies gained in the war against Ukraine. This strengthens Tehran’s ability to attack countries in the Middle East and US bases.
▫️Ukraine is providing Middle Eastern countries with its unique experience in combating drones and ballistics. Ukraine has discussed the creation of joint air defense systems.
▫️The issue of the Strait of Hormuz requires coordinated steps from allies. Ukraine remains open to providing knowledge and technologies.
▫️This week, contacts with the US took place. The main focus was on security guarantees for Ukraine and the search for compromises to end the war.
▫️Ukraine needs clear answers from partners about their actions in the event of a renewed russian aggression.
▫️The document on security guarantees is already in the final stages, but it requires specifics about funding and types of weapons.
▫️Ukraine has already made a major compromise by agreeing to a ceasefire at current positions. The world must put pressure on the aggressor to make him stop.
▫️Despite the negotiations, putin has no real desire to stop. His goal is to occupy new territories, and any proposals from Russia are not currently a genuine search for peace.
▫️Despite Ukraine’s readiness to cease fire for Easter to save people’s lives, putin shows no real desire to stop the war.
▫️Thanks to the efforts of international partners, including the assistance of US First Lady Melania Trump and Qatar, Ukraine has already been able to return 2,300 children from nearly 20,000 identified children abducted by russia.
▫️Sanctions are in effect, but they need to be tougher. russia is still finding ways to circumvent restrictions. Full control over the export of technology is needed.
▫️Ukraine appreciates every dollar and every piece of equipment. Without the support of the US and partners, it would have been almost impossible to hold out.
