Zelenskyy reveals how the West can make Russia stop fighting
Photo: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (Getty Images)
Russia must be pushed toward peace. The key to this, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, is unified action by Europe and the US, including sanctions and tariffs.
The Ukrainian president spoke about his recent meetings and visits, noting that 26 countries are now prepared to guarantee Ukraine's security through concrete measures.
However, Zelenskyy emphasized that before peace can be secured, the Russian Federation must be compelled to move in that direction. He stressed the need to ensure Moscow stops rejecting all peace initiatives and fully understands the consequences of prolonging the war.
"Strong sanctions and tariffs — combined European and American efforts — are key to this. No opportunity to fund Russia's war machine can remain. Next comes even more transatlantic work to ensure the pressure is truly tangible," the president concluded.
Security guarantees for Ukraine and Putin's withdrawal from talks
Since August 18, when US President Donald Trump hosted Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House, the parties have actively discussed security guarantees for a postwar Ukraine.
On September 4, the Coalition of the Willing met in Paris. Following the meeting, French President Emmanuel Macron said the countries had completed preparations for Ukraine's security guarantees. He later clarified that 26 states are ready to either send soldiers to Ukraine or support such a mission.
Commenting on the potential deployment of foreign troops, Zelenskyy said the plan would involve thousands of soldiers.
Yesterday, the Ukrainian president stressed that security guarantees must take effect immediately, without waiting for the cessation of hostilities. He clarified that these measures include not only military support but also economic guarantees.
Zelenskyy added that the Ukrainian army is the strongest safeguard for the country and for all of Europe. He noted that it numbers 800,000 personnel, making it one of the largest and most capable forces on the continent.
US President Trump has also expressed readiness to provide Ukraine with security guarantees. However, he has repeatedly clarified that American troops will not be deployed in Ukraine. He emphasized that Europe should play the primary role in delivering security guarantees.
While security discussions continue, talks between Zelenskyy and Putin have stalled.
After the Washington meeting on August 18, Trump announced plans for a bilateral meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Russia. However, Russia began denying that Putin had promised to meet Zelenskyy, and the situation has since remained stalled. The US president stated that the leaders are not yet ready to hold the meeting.
On September 3, Putin publicly said he does not rule out meeting with Zelenskyy. However, he added that Zelenskyy would need to travel to Moscow if he is ready for the talks.
In a recent interview with ABC News, Zelenskyy said Putin could come to Kyiv. He explained that he cannot travel to Moscow, the capital of this terrorist, while Ukraine faces daily attacks.
