Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed former U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal for a ceasefire with Russia, stating that Putin cannot be trusted. Zelenskyy made these remarks during an EU summit in Brussels, asserting that any agreement would only lead to further aggression from Russia within months. He emphasized the necessity of U.S. support, arguing that European security guarantees alone are insufficient to ensure Ukraine's safety.
Zelenskyy expressed a desire for genuine assistance from Trump to end the war, stating that a real plan is needed to position Ukraine strongly before any negotiations. He characterized Putin as 'crazy' and dangerous, calling for a unified response from the U.S. and Europe to effectively counter Russian advances.
In related discussions, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warned against rushing into peace negotiations, stressing the importance of bolstering support for Ukraine. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz echoed this sentiment, stating that military support should take precedence over discussions regarding troop deployments following a potential peace agreement.
Meanwhile, Zelenskyy has reiterated calls for enhanced air defense systems to protect Ukraine from ongoing Russian attacks, highlighting the urgency for international military assistance as the conflict continues to escalate.