Zelensky Responds to Trump's Call for Both Sides to 'Stop Where They Are'

Zelensky's Reaction to Trump's Statement

• 🎙️ Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was asked about a recent post by President Trump suggesting both Russia and Ukraine should "stop fighting now and declare victory."
• 🤔 Zelensky initially expressed surprise, asking "What? What? What?" upon hearing the statement.

Zelensky's Stance on Peace

• 🎯 Zelensky stated that he agrees with the sentiment that "both sides has to stop" the fighting.
• 🕊️ He emphasized the importance of stopping the conflict to then speak about how to manage and take real steps towards lasting peace.
• ⚠️ However, Zelensky clarified that the responsibility for stopping the conflict also lies with Putin, as Ukraine "didn't begin this move."
• 🗣️ He suggested that if one party (implicitly Putin) is unwilling to speak, other groups or individuals should meet to discuss how to achieve peace.