Armistice statement from Zelenski: It can start at any moment, even today – Cyprus Newspaper
Ukrainian leader Zelenski said that the ceasefire with Russia could take place at any time.
Ukrainian President Volimir Zelenski came to Czech within the framework of official visit. Zelenski held a joint press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel.
Zelenski said that Russia would not step towards the end of the war unless increasing pressure on Russia is implemented. Zelenski said, ız We think that Russia will not take real and practical steps to end the war unless there is an increasing pressure.
Zelenski said that a ceasefire can be provided at any time in the war with Russia for more than three years and said, “We believe that the ceasefire can start at any moment, even today. We believe that such a ceasefire should take at least 30 days so that a real chance is granted to diplomacy”.
Zelenski said Putin should think about how to end the war instead of exhibiting tanks at the Victory Day parade on May 9th. Zelenski, « There are three things to do. More sanctions against Russia, the continuation of support to Ukraine and the serious increase in defense cooperation throughout Europe. Russia needs to know that Europeans will defend themselves, » he said.
« If there is someone who holds the cards to end the war, this is Putin »
Czech President Pavel pointed out that Russia has not taken a step to put forward the desire to end the war. « If there is someone who holds the cards to end the war, this is Putin if there is someone who holds the cards.
Pavel also announced that they will deliver 1.8 million balls of bullets to Ukraine by the end of 2025 within the framework of the check attempt.
Zelenski is expected to meet with representatives of Czech Defense Industry within the framework of his contacts in Czechia, and tomorrow is expected to meet with Prime Minister Petr Fiala and Czechia to discuss issues on the supply of ammunition to Ukraine.
Russia declared a ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a three-day ceasefire between 8-10 May, on the occasion of the Victory Day celebrations on May 9, but Ukrainian leader Zelenski stated that such a measure would be meaningless and emphasized that the US had a ceasefire in March.
