Zelensky warns U.S.: Cutting support could spell defeat
Volodymyr Zelensky, in an interview aired Tuesday by the American television network Fox News, warned that reducing support for Ukraine could have serious consequences. He also addressed which country—Russia or the USA—is more powerful.
9:02 AM EST, November 20, 2024
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking with Fox News, stated that "Putin is weaker than the United States of America. The President of the United States of America has the strength and authorities and weapons." He emphasized that limiting support for Ukraine could result in significant consequences.
Reflecting on the more than 1,000-day-long Russian invasion, Zelensky noted that the beginning of the war was "the most difficult period." He expressed concerns that a loss of unity between Ukraine and the USA and in Europe would be very dangerous.
When asked about the possibility of Putin ending the war, Zelensky responded that "as of today, it depends on Putin." He stressed that Russia's president is the one who could decide to end the conflict.
Zelensky highlighted the role of the USA in the conflict, stating, "Putin is weaker than the United States of America."
"The President of the United States of America has the strength and authorities and weapons, and he can decrease the price for the energy resources," he assessed. He also referred to reports on Donald Trump's plans regarding reducing oil prices, stating, "It is needed to be done."
Finally, the Ukrainian president warned that reducing American support for Ukraine could have serious consequences. "If they will cut [the support -ed.], I think we will lose," he said.
At the same time, he declared that if funding is reduced, Ukrainians will continue to fight. "We have production, but it’s not enough to prevail. And I think it is not enough to survive," he added.
