According to Zelensky, Russia should move away from ultimatums in the talks, as all efforts will be in vain. Negotiations, if they involve any procedural outcome, should be aimed at compromise in order to end hostilities.
"When we can stop this war now is a question. I believe that Russia should not throw out loud phrases, they will not lead to anything, "Zelensky said. As for the comments on the talks, the President of Ukraine describes it as follows. If Russia ultimately offers a list of demands that we must meet, then they will cease hostilities.
Is it possible to fulfill the ultimatum of the Russian Federation?
It is impossible to fulfill the ultimatum, because it involves the extermination of the people. Russia's sanctions will also have very serious consequences for the economy and domestic politics.
Not NATO? Then there are security guarantees
Zelensky also noted that he could not resolve the issue of territorial integrity and sovereignty, as many Ukrainians gave their lives for it. "We must do everything to bring Donbas and Crimea back. This is not banality, everyone thinks and believes about it, all our people. It is a matter of time, "the President stressed. At the same time, any compromises have their price, Zelensky lined up. For example, the issue of joining NATO is not being discussed, troops are being withdrawn or reduced, but there must be guarantees and security guarantees.
NATO can be a guarantor by acting on Ukraine as it does on other members. According to Zelensky, such a format is a good compromise for Russia, which does not want NATO enlargement to its borders and for us. Such compromises will be the end of the war.
To resolve the issue of Crimea and Donbass, we must first end hostilities and give our country security guarantees. According to him, Zelensky is ready to discuss these issues as relevant and important at his first meeting with Vladimir Putin. Because security guarantees are not just about agreements, they are about constitutional changes. This will be resolved gradually, including the decisions of the Council and the people of Ukraine.
Historical decisions only with the people of Ukraine
Zelensky is convinced that decisions of historical significance will be made, accordingly, "we will come to a referendum." "People will have to say and respond to certain forms of compromise. But what they will be is a matter of our conversation and understanding between Ukraine and Russia, "Zelensky summed up." So in any case, I am ready to do anything if my campaign is with our people. "
Full text of the interview: https://www.president.gov.ua/ru/news/volodimir-zelenskij-ya-gotovij-piti-na-vse-yaksho-moya-hoda-73721.
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