Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stressed that no country or world leader has the right to negotiate with Russia on behalf of Ukraine. He noted that any dialogue with the Kremlin must be held according to an agreed action plan and only from a position of strength.

Summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asserted that no world leader has the right to negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin on behalf of Ukraine.

Speaking to Le Parisien readers, Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine alone determines its future and any dialogue with Russia must follow a peace plan based on strength and international support.

He warned against negotiating without clear guarantees of security, highlighting the risks of Putin resuming aggression after a ceasefire.

Zelenskyy called for a strategy ensuring Ukraine’s long-term stability and security, beyond NATO or EU membership timelines.

  • ZeroOne@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    6 days ago

    If you’re a Western imperialist, you’d side with West, if you were a Russian Imperialist or a practical person you’d side with Russia (The latter’s reason is simply resisting Western imperialism)

    • JohnDClay@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      2·
      5 days ago

      What do you call conquering neighboring countries to get more resources?

      Do you think Russia is imperialist, and if so, is that good?