
KYIV — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy mentioned he would step down if it meant peace for his nation, including he would additionally accomplish that if it meant Ukraine can be granted NATO membership.
Zelenskyy made the feedback on Sunday in response to a query from ABC Information Chief International Correspondent Ian Pannell throughout a press convention in Kyiv, a day earlier than the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
“If for peace for Ukraine, it is really essential for you that I go away my publish, I’m prepared,” Zelenskyy replied to Pannell asking if he was ready to step down it if might assist peace. “We will change it for NATO membership. If these are the phrases, then let’s do it directly. I am centered on Ukraine’s safety at present, not In 20 years, and I’ve no intention of staying in energy for a decade. That is my focus and my best aspiration.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy solutions media questions throughout his press convention, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Feb. 23, 2025.
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ABC Information’ David Brennan contributed to this report.
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