Zelensky eyes diplomatic solution for Crimea conflict

Zelensky said that "Ukraine does not yet have the strength to forcibly regain the borders from 1991." - We cannot sacrifice tens of thousands of our people to regain Crimea. We understand that Crimea can be returned through diplomatic means - said the Ukrainian president.

Zelensky warned that limiting American support for Ukraine could have serious consequences. - If (the USA) cuts spending (on Ukraine's defence), then I think we will lose - he said. At the same time, he declared that in the event of reduced funding, Ukrainians will continue to fight. - We produce weapons, but it is not enough to win. I think it's also not enough to survive - he added.

Asked to summarise the ongoing invasion of Russia in Ukraine, which has lasted over 2 years, Zelensky said that "the start of the war was the most difficult period."

- I think it would be very dangerous if we lost unity in Europe, and above all, unity between Ukraine and the USA - he added.

Asked if Vladimir Putin could decide to end the war, Zelensky replied that "much depends on him today." - He can do it. He can make a decision and end this war - he added.

The President of Ukraine pointed to the role of the United States in the conflict. - Putin is weaker than the United States. The President of the USA has strength, authority, and weapons, and he can also lower energy raw material prices - he assessed.

Zelensky also referred to media reports that President-elect Donald Trump is considering actions aimed at reducing oil prices. - It should be done - he noted.

source: FOX News / PAP