Amidst these developments, Ukraine continues to grapple with power shortages due to Russian strikes targeting its energy infrastructure, demonstrating the urgency of resolving the ongoing conflict.
As Zelensky navigates these complex diplomatic waters, he remains hopeful that with strong support from allies, the war could see resolution within the year.
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Zelensky suggests 'hot phase' of war could end if unoccupied Ukraine comes under Nato.
President Volodymyr Zelensky proposes NATO membership for unoccupied regions of Ukraine, asserting it's crucial for ending ongoing conflict.
In a comprehensive interview with Sky News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated that the ongoing 'hot phase' of the war could potentially conclude if NATO extends its protective umbrella to parts of Ukraine currently under Kyiv's control. He stated that he would consider NATO membership, but only if it applied to all of Ukraine, including territories currently occupied by Russia. This proposal remains highly speculative, as NATO has yet to extend such an invitation. Zelensky conveyed the importance of recognizing Ukraine's full territorial integrity, emphasizing that partial membership could inadvertently validate Russian claims over those regions.
Zelensky also highlighted the inadequacy of proposed ceasefires without mechanisms in place to prevent further Russian aggression, reinforcing his stance on the necessity of NATO involvement. He expressed hope that with unwavering support from allies, the conflict could resolve within the upcoming year. Although conversations about a NATO arrangement similar to the West German model have circulated among Western officials, no formal options have emerged. In contrast, Russian President Vladimir Putin shows no signs of retreating from his ambitions regarding Ukraine, complicating any potential NATO participation.
Simultaneously, Ukraine grapples with ongoing challenges as Russian strikes continue to target its energy infrastructure, underlining the urgent need for resolution in this protracted war.
As Zelensky navigates these complex diplomatic waters, he remains hopeful that with strong support from allies, the war could see resolution within the year.
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Zelensky suggests 'hot phase' of war could end if unoccupied Ukraine comes under Nato.
President Volodymyr Zelensky proposes NATO membership for unoccupied regions of Ukraine, asserting it's crucial for ending ongoing conflict.
In a comprehensive interview with Sky News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated that the ongoing 'hot phase' of the war could potentially conclude if NATO extends its protective umbrella to parts of Ukraine currently under Kyiv's control. He stated that he would consider NATO membership, but only if it applied to all of Ukraine, including territories currently occupied by Russia. This proposal remains highly speculative, as NATO has yet to extend such an invitation. Zelensky conveyed the importance of recognizing Ukraine's full territorial integrity, emphasizing that partial membership could inadvertently validate Russian claims over those regions.
Zelensky also highlighted the inadequacy of proposed ceasefires without mechanisms in place to prevent further Russian aggression, reinforcing his stance on the necessity of NATO involvement. He expressed hope that with unwavering support from allies, the conflict could resolve within the upcoming year. Although conversations about a NATO arrangement similar to the West German model have circulated among Western officials, no formal options have emerged. In contrast, Russian President Vladimir Putin shows no signs of retreating from his ambitions regarding Ukraine, complicating any potential NATO participation.
Simultaneously, Ukraine grapples with ongoing challenges as Russian strikes continue to target its energy infrastructure, underlining the urgent need for resolution in this protracted war.
