UKRAINE: Zelenskyy-Ukraine Facing Choice: Lose Dignity Or Risk Losing Key Ally
Nov-21 15:01
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posts a video statement online, with the US seemingly pushing hard for Ukraine to agree to the 28-point peace plan framework. Zelenskyy says, "This is one of the most difficult moments in our history. Ukraine faces a crucial decision: lose its dignity or risk losing a key partner." Says he will not betray Ukraine's national interest.
- Zelenskyy: "Either [we accept the] difficult 28 points, or an extremely difficult winter, the most difficult, and further risks. A life without freedom, dignity, or justice, and having to believe someone who has already attacked us twice. Europe is with us, Europe was with us, and we hope Europe will be with us."
- Zelenskyy says, "We will seek solutions constructively with the United States. I will present arguments, persuade, and propose alternatives, but we will not give the enemy reasons to say that it is Ukraine that does not want peace."
- Amid the ongoing corruption scandal plaguing his administration, Zelenskyy urges Ukrainians to maintain unity, and urges parliament and the government to "work together for the sake of Ukraine."
- Says that "next week will be very difficult for Ukraine", and he "expects a lot of political pressure in the coming days". Zelenskyy's language would seem to back up perceptions that the US is putting significant weight on the 28-point plan and is threatening withdrawal of all support if Kyiv does not sign up to the plan.
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