Zelenskyj should negotiate with Russia

Calls for peace talks in Ukraine war grow louder from US – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns of “signals of weakness”.

KIEV – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is rejecting the offer of peace talks with Vladimir Putin – angered by his allies' demands to reach out to Russia in the Ukraine war. The Russian leader would then smell “blood” and view the talk as a sign of weakness.

'Because he's an animal': Zelensky warns against Putin showing signs of weakness over Ukraine war

According to the President of Ukraine, peace talks are not the right signal: “What does that mean? We have to sit there and say, 'I'm sorry, please stop,'” Zelensky said Economist. “That is not our position, Putin feels this weakness like an animal – because he is an animal and he likes the feeling of blood.”

Putin will “The European Union, NATO absolutely eat freedom and democracy“. That's why he doesn't see any signs of peace or a temporary ceasefire. “Forget it,” Zelensky said. “I see only steps from a terrorist country.” The Ukrainian added, “We have not been shown any basic steps for peace with Russia, because this is not the moment for discussions or compromises. “.

“Give up territory to Russia”: Republicans call for peace talks in Ukraine war

Some Ukrainians are holding peace talks to de-escalate the war in Ukraine. At the same time, especially the largest donor – the United States – is wavering. The Republican-controlled House of Representatives rejected Joe Biden's request for $61 billion in aid to Ukraine. According to Republicans, Ukraine should find a different solution. Additionally, Republican Senator JD Vance said “it is in America's best interest to accept that Ukraine must cede some territory to the Russians.” CNN. Negotiations can only end the war “if each side gives something it doesn't want to give up,” he said. NBC News.

“Fighting for the world”: Zelensky sticks to his tactics in the Ukraine war

But the Ukrainian president is determined and does not plan peace talks on the war in Ukraine, but rather more strategies: it is “occupying our territories and settling on the borders of our country. Our goals have not changed,” Zelensky said. Economist. Also: financial support for Kiev is not only in the interests of Ukraine, but also in the interests of the West, because “Ukrainians are fighting for the world.” (hk)