Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his disappointment over the visits made by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow, labeling their failure to visit Kyiv as 'disrespectful'. In an interview, Zelensky remarked on the importance of the US maintaining a connection with Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict that has lasted over four years. While Witkoff has made eight trips to Moscow and met with President Vladimir Putin, neither he nor Kushner has visited Kyiv in an official capacity.
Zelensky pointed out the imbalance created by their visits, stating, It's disrespectful for them to come to Moscow and not Kyiv. If they don't want to, we can meet in other countries. This comes at a time when ceasefire talks have been a focal point as efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war have gained pace in recent months. Despite earlier indications of a possible visit by the US envoys to Ukraine, those plans were derailed due to ongoing US activities regarding the Iran conflict, highlighting the complexities of international diplomacy.
The president emphasized the significance of American cooperation for Ukraine, indicating that active engagement is necessary to navigate the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict and to address the humanitarian needs of the nation. Amid ongoing hostilities, Zelensky also stressed the urgency for dialogue and resolution, mentioning that critical issues remain unresolved, including Ukraine's territorial integrity and the fate of Ukrainian children taken by Russia.
Zelensky's remarks underscore a growing sense of frustration regarding the US's focus on other geopolitical issues, as the conflict in Ukraine continues to require significant international attention and support.
Zelensky pointed out the imbalance created by their visits, stating, It's disrespectful for them to come to Moscow and not Kyiv. If they don't want to, we can meet in other countries. This comes at a time when ceasefire talks have been a focal point as efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war have gained pace in recent months. Despite earlier indications of a possible visit by the US envoys to Ukraine, those plans were derailed due to ongoing US activities regarding the Iran conflict, highlighting the complexities of international diplomacy.
The president emphasized the significance of American cooperation for Ukraine, indicating that active engagement is necessary to navigate the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict and to address the humanitarian needs of the nation. Amid ongoing hostilities, Zelensky also stressed the urgency for dialogue and resolution, mentioning that critical issues remain unresolved, including Ukraine's territorial integrity and the fate of Ukrainian children taken by Russia.
Zelensky's remarks underscore a growing sense of frustration regarding the US's focus on other geopolitical issues, as the conflict in Ukraine continues to require significant international attention and support.
