Zelensky warns of dire impact if US support for Ukraine falters
In an interview aired on Tuesday by the American television network Fox News, Volodymyr Zelensky warned that reducing support for Ukraine could have serious consequences. He also discussed which country - Russia or the USA - is currently more robust.
In a conversation with Fox News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that "Putin is weaker than the United States of America. The President of the United States of America has the strength and authorities and weapons." He emphasised that limiting support for Ukraine could lead to significant repercussions.
Zelensky, summarising the Russian invasion, which has lasted for more than 1,000 days, noted that the beginning of the war "was the most difficult period." He expressed concerns that a loss of unity between Ukraine and the USA and a lack of cohesion in Europe would be very dangerous.
When asked about the possibility of Putin ending the war, Zelensky replied that "as of today it depends on Putin, really a lot." He stressed that Putin can decide to end the conflict.
Zelensky highlighted the role of the USA in the conflict, saying that "Putin is weaker than the United States of America."
"The President of the United States of America has the strength and authorities and weapons," he assessed. He also referred to reports on Donald Trump's plans regarding reducing oil prices, stating that "it needs to be done."
Finally, the Ukrainian president warned that reducing American support for Ukraine could lead to significant consequences. "If they will cut (the spending), I think we will lose," he said.
At the same time, he declared that even if funding is reduced, Ukrainians will continue to fight. "We have production, but it’s not enough to prevail. And I think it is not enough to survive," he added.
