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.

          • ZeroOneEnglish
            -8•3 months 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)

              • ZeroOneEnglish
                -4•3 months ago

                I agree Imperialism bad, however in the real world you must wisely choose your enemies to fight

            • @JohnDClay@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
              5•3 months ago

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

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

              • ZeroOneEnglish
                -4•3 months ago

                Both are, US however is the biggest threat with their level of reach

                • @Honytawk@lemmy.zipEnglish
                  4•3 months ago

                  We aren’t asking about the US.

                  Tell us if you think Russia is imperialist or not.

                  Or does Putin not allow you to criticise Russia without mentioning how bad the US is?

                  • ZeroOneEnglish
                    -4•3 months ago

                    Of course Russia is “imperialist” but to most people who are practical, it’s Resisting US imperialism