Zelensky emphasizes diplomacy for Crimea's return, cautions on US aid

Zelensky mentioned that "Ukraine does not yet have the strength to forcibly regain the borders from 1991." He reiterated, "We cannot sacrifice tens of thousands of our people to regain Crimea. We understand that Crimea can be returned through diplomatic means," the Ukrainian president said.

Zelensky cautioned that reducing American support for Ukraine could have serious repercussions. He stated, "If the USA cuts spending on Ukraine's defense, then I think we will lose." Nonetheless, he declared that if funding were reduced, Ukrainians would continue to fight. "We produce weapons, but it is not enough to win. I think it's also not enough to survive," he added.

Asked to summarize the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has lasted over 1,000 days, Zelensky said that "the start of the war was the most difficult period."

He remarked, "I think it would be very dangerous if we lost unity in Europe and, above all, unity between Ukraine and the USA."

When asked if Vladimir Putin could decide to end the war, Zelensky replied that "much depends on him today." "He can do it. He can make a decision and end this war," he added.

The President of Ukraine highlighted the role of the United States in the conflict. "Putin is weaker than the United States. The President of the USA has strength, authority, and weapons, and he can also lower energy raw material prices," he assessed.

Zelensky also referred to media reports that President-elect Donald Trump is considering actions aimed at reducing oil prices. "It should be done," he noted.

source: FOX News / PAP