In a recent development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on former U.S. President Donald Trump to reveal his plan for a swift end to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
What Happened: Zelenskyy, during a Wednesday interview, urged Trump to unveil his strategy for a rapid conclusion to the war, stressing that any plan must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday.
“If Trump knows how to finish this war, he should tell us today,” Zelenskyy asserted.
Trump, who is leading in the polls over President Joe Biden for the upcoming November election, has promised to end the war by his potential inauguration in January. He criticized the billions spent on Ukraine’s defense during a recent televised debate, claiming that Kyiv is “not winning the war.”
Zelenskyy expressed his willingness to meet with Trump to discuss his team’s proposals. He also voiced his concerns about the delays in weapon deliveries from Western allies.
“They can’t plan my life and life of our people and our children,” he said.
“We want to understand whether in November we will have the powerful support of the U.S., or will be all alone.”
Why It Matters: Zelenskyy’s call to Trump comes in the wake of a series of events. In April, Zelenskyy had shown openness to Trump’s suggestions for ending the war, stating that he would “with pleasure” consider Trump's ideas. In June, Trump’s advisors proposed a strategy to end the conflict, which Trump reportedly responded positively to.
In a recent move, NATO has planned to ”Trump-proof” Ukraine aid after Biden’s weak debate performance with a $40B annual financial pledge and a new post in Kyiv. This move is aimed at safeguarding Ukraine's potential future NATO membership and countering the impact of a potential return of Trump.
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