Zelensky warns of Russian deception as conflict persists
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, warns that Russia is attempting to mislead the United States and other nations to prolong the military conflict. There are no signs of actions being taken that will bring Kyiv and Moscow closer to peace.
What do you need to know?
- Russia is not preparing for peace: Volodymyr Zelensky stresses that despite declarations, Russia is not taking actions towards ending the war.
- Increased activity on the front: Following Easter, Russia resumed its offensive, indicating a lack of willingness to end the conflict.
- Ongoing diplomatic meetings during the war since 2022: Recent discussions in the Vatican and Rome confirm that Ukraine's partners are aware of the situation.
What are Russia's actions on the front?
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, noted in his evening speech that Russia shows no signs of preparing for peace. Instead, following Easter, Russian forces resumed their offensive, resulting in further losses. Zelensky emphasised that Russia is trying to deceive the international community, including the United States, to extend the conflict.
Does Ukraine have international support?
Zelensky highlighted the need for international pressure on Russia to force it to take steps towards ending the war. The recent meeting between the Ukrainian president and Donald Trump during funeral ceremonies in the Vatican confirms that Ukraine's partners recognise the situation and are ready to continue their support.
"The Russians talk a lot about their supposed readiness to accept American proposals, but so far there has been no preparation by the Russian army for real silence. On the contrary, in the period after Easter, the occupiers resumed their usual assault activity - of course at the cost of significant losses, the Russians are trying to advance," said the President of Ukraine in his evening speech on Sunday.
What are the actions of the Ukrainian armed forces?
The President of Ukraine informed that Ukrainian armed forces continue their activities in the Kursk and Belgorod regions. Zelensky emphasised that Ukraine maintains its presence on Russian territory, which is part of the country's defensive strategy.
