Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukraine needs 20 Patriot systems to protect against Russian air threats, which will cost about $35 billion. The President stated that Ukraine is ready to invest the same amount on its part.
The President of Ukraine said that the Kursk region, which is controlled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, is not of interest to Ukraine as a territory. Zelenskyy emphasized that this territory could be used to exchange for Ukrainian land.
The President of Ukraine said there were no serious signals from China regarding support or an active role in resolving the war. Zelenskyy does not rule out cooperation with China, especially on issues of territorial integrity.
Zelenskyy announced the development of Ukrainian analogs of Patriot air defense systems. Ukrainian developments Palianytsia, Peklo, and Ruta are already striking at Russian territory, and ballistic missile production is being prepared.
The President announced a future settlement of the situation with volunteers aged 18-24 who do not fall under the terms of the new Contract 18-24 program.
President Zelenskyy said that the United States considers a ceasefire to be a possible end to the war in Ukraine. The United States plans to end the hot phase of the conflict by the end of 2025, but this requires their active support.
The President of Ukraine has denied any involvement in the case of the Chilean journalist who is being called a Russian agent. Zelenskyy emphasized that he did not know the person and did not see him as a threat to the Armed Forces.
The President of Ukraine announces successful strikes against Russia using three Ukrainian developments: “Palianytsia, Peklo, and Ruta. He also announced preparations to launch the production of ballistic weapons.
President Zelenskyy said that the presence of American business does not guarantee security from Russian aggression. He reminded that before the war, more than 20 American companies had already been operating in Ukraine, including in the occupied territories.
President Zelenskyy announced the US intention to end the hot phase of the war in Ukraine by the end of 2025. According to him, this is the goal of the United States, but to achieve this goal, it is necessary to actively assist Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine said it was impossible to end the war this week with guarantees for Ukraine. Zelenskyy also discussed the terms of new investments and partnerships at the Ukraine. Year 2025” forum.
The President denied information from the Trump team about a possible disconnection of Starlink. According to him, Ukraine pays for the service on a monthly basis, along with partners from Poland and Germany.
President Zelenskyy has announced an audit of all subsoil use licenses in Ukraine. Based on the results of the audit, legal licenses will be protected, and illegal and dormant licenses will be returned to the state.
Ukraine's president said he was not offended by Trump's words calling him a “dictator. ” European leaders criticized Trump's statement, and the KIIS denied Zelenskyy's low approval rating.
The President of Ukraine said that the country had received $100 billion in aid from the United States, not $500 billion. Zelenskyy emphasized that grants cannot be considered a debt and rejected the double-refund agreement.
The President of Ukraine refused the first agreement with the USA due to the lack of security guarantees. Zelenskyy explained that the "50-50" distribution proposal did not correspond to Ukraine's interests.
Ukraine's president said he wants to engage in a dialogue with Trump on a new deal with the United States. Zelenskyy emphasized that he does not recognize the $500 billion debt, confirming that he received only $100 billion in the form of a grant.
Tomorrow, an important summit will take place in Kyiv with the participation of 13 offline and 24 online leaders, including the EU leadership. The event will be attended by 24 European Commissioners and will feature a Ukraine-Nordic-Baltic platform.
The President of Ukraine said that joining NATO is the most cost-effective option for security guarantees. Europe, the United States and Russia should be represented at the table of future negotiations.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he is ready to resign from his position if necessary. He made this statement during the forum "Ukraine. Year 2025".
For the first time in the history of the EU, Ukraine has included the parliament as a negotiator in the accession process. The Verkhovna Rada is actively working on the preparation of clusters and is part of the negotiating groups on European integration.
Over three years, the SBU identified 102 hostile intelligence networks that planned to assassinate Zelensky, Budanov, and Malyuk. One of the plans involved a terrorist attack in a Kyiv hypermarket using explosive devices.
The GUR reports on Putin's attempts to involve Belarus in direct aggression against Ukraine. According to Zelenskyy, Russia is preparing 15 divisions to strengthen the Belarusian direction in 2024.
On the eve of the third anniversary of the invasion, Russia attacked Ukraine with 267 kamikaze drones. During the week, the enemy launched about 1150 drones, more than 1400 guided bombs and 35 missiles.
On February 23, Kyiv will host the forum “Ukraine. Year 2025” forum with the participation of high-ranking officials. The event will conclude with a press conference by President Zelenskyy; media accreditation is already closed.
On the morning of February 23, an air alert was announced in five regions due to the missile threat. The alarm is active in Kyiv, Sumy, Zhytomyr, Khmelnytskyi and Rivne regions.
White House spokeswoman says Trump is confident of reaching a deal with Russia to end the war in Ukraine within a week. The National Security Advisor and Treasury Secretary are working on a deal that includes rare earth metals.
Trump said that the war in Ukraine affects Europe but not the United States. He also expressed hope for a quick end to the “conflict” and compared himself to George Washington.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered outside the Russian Embassy in London to support Ukraine. The rally took place on the eve of the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, with 67% of Britons supporting Ukraine's victory.
Elon Musk wrote on the social network X that Zelenskyy had been "fired from his job". This was a reaction to the refusal of the President of Ukraine to sign an agreement to transfer 50% of rare earth metals to the USA.