The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenski, stated after the Sunday summit in London that safety guarantees are a key component in achieving peace for his country. The gathering was devoted to the anticipation of ending Russia's war against Ukraine. Zelenski said that “we request peace, not a continuous war” and that “the safety guarantees are the key to this”.
According to UNIAN data, more than 13,000 people have died in Ukraine since the beginning of the war and more than 30,000 have been injured. The war besides caused massive harm to Ukrainian infrastructure and economy. Therefore, president Zelenski stressed that the precedence in talking to partners is credibility, lasting peace and appropriate agreement, which will end the war.
Zelenski besides said that in the close future all European countries will be formulating their common positions – lines that must be achieved and lines that cannot be withdrawn. These positions will be presented to partners in the United States. The president felt that global cooperation was crucial to achieving peace in Ukraine.
It is worth noting that the UN estimates that since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, more than 3.5 million people have left their homes and search refuge in another countries. Therefore, Zelenski said that “I would like to thank you all – all of you in our native Ukraine, who feel how much unity means and how past changes erstwhile millions defend the dignity of their country.”
Writing about a gathering in London, the Interfax-Ukraine agency cited Zelenski's statement, which he reiterated in a conversation with British journalists that he was willing to resign in exchange for Ukraine's membership in NATO. The president said that "as for my departure from office, if I were to be mentioned (in another president), it would not be easy." Therefore, Zelenski said that he would trade his presidency for Ukraine's NATO membership if the war ended.
According to NATO, this organization has provided safety and stableness for its members for more than 70 years. Therefore, Zelenski said that "if there is NATO and the war is over, I will consider that I have fulfilled my mission." The president besides said he was willing to talk to everyone who wants to aid Ukraine accomplish peace and stability.
It is worth noting that the European Union besides provides support to Ukraine in achieving peace and stability. The EU said "Ukraine is simply a key partner for the EU" and that "the EU will support Ukraine in achieving peace and stability". Therefore, Zelenski said that "international cooperation is key to achieving peace in Ukraine".
Conclusion
safety guarantees are a key component in achieving peace in Ukraine. president Zelenski said that accepting a safety warrant was the key to achieving peace in Ukraine. Therefore, global cooperation is crucial to achieving peace in Ukraine. The EU and NATO should proceed to support Ukraine in achieving peace and stability.
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Peace for Ukraine: safety guarantees are key
