Zelenskyy urges Trump for stronger Ukraine support against Russia

In recent interviews, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for stronger security guarantees from the U.S. to counter Russian aggression, emphasizing that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not intimidated by European powers. Zelenskiy praised Donald Trump's firm stance towards Putin, describing it as 'just and fair' and expressing hope that such a position could lead to a peaceful resolution of the ongoing conflict. He highlighted Ukraine's success in reclaiming 50% of its territory from Russian forces since the invasion began in 2022 but stressed the need for broader international support, particularly from the U.S. Zelenskiy urged Trump to stand on the side of justice for Ukraine, asserting that without U.S. involvement, European assurances alone are insufficient to deter Putin's ambitions. Moreover, Zelenskiy reiterated that Ukraine cannot accept Russia's occupation and prefers a diplomatic solution to the war. The urgency of his appeal reflects ongoing fears in Kyiv about the repercussions of a potential quick peace deal that could compromise Ukraine's sovereignty.