Zelensky: Kiev Won’t Cede Territory, Wants ‘Strong’ US Response If Russia Rejects Ceasefire – Libertarian Institute

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Zelensky: Kiev Won’t Cede Territory, Wants ‘Strong’ US Response If Russia Rejects Ceasefire

President Volodymyr Zelensky explained his understanding of the ceasefire proposed by Ukrainian and American officials this week, saying his country would not make any territorial concessions. Additionally, Kiev expects “strong steps” from President Donald Trump should Moscow reject the plan.

Discussing the ceasefire proposal on Wednesday, Zelensky said, “We are fighting for our independence. Therefore, we will not recognize any occupied territories as Russia’s,” adding, “Our people have fought for this, our heroes died. How many injured, how many passed. No one will forget about it… This is the most important red line. We will not let anyone forget about this crime against Ukraine.”

Zelensky’s refusal to give up territory makes it unlikely the Kremlin will agree to the ceasefire, as Russian officials insist the five Ukrainian provinces annexed by Moscow will never be returned to Kiev. Additionally, Russia says it is seeking a permanent end to the conflict, not a short-term truce.

Even if the ceasefire had multiple points that crossed Russia’s red lines, Zelensky said he expects Trump to sanction Russia and send more arms to Ukraine. On Tuesday, he said, “I understand that we could count on strong steps. I don’t know the details yet, but we are talking about sanctions and about strengthening Ukraine.”

Trump has previously threatened severe sanctions and tariffs on Russia if Putin did not agree to a ceasefire. Zelensky repeated on Wednesday that he still expected Trump to take those steps if the proposal is rejected. “If [the Russians] are not ready [for a ceasefire], we do hope that the American side will demonstrate exactly what it said,” he stated.

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