Zelenskyy rejects ceasefire agreement in exchange for territorial losses

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected the idea of signing a ceasefire agreement that would involve territorial concessions, warning that such a deal could lead to long-term instability.

In an exclusive interview with British journalists prior to his departure from the United Kingdom, Zelenskyy expressed concerns that a ceasefire agreement allowing Ukraine to lose territory could sow the seeds of future tensions, Caliber.Az reports via foreign media.

Quoted by The Guardian, the president emphasized that any peace deal that doesn’t align with Ukraine's stance would eventually lead to demands for justice and territorial restoration. "We don’t want anything that does not belong to us," Zelensky stated in Ukrainian, stressing the country’s commitment to its territorial integrity.

Meanwhile, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz suggested that Ukraine could be open to territorial concessions in the context of peace negotiations. On March 2, Waltz referred to such compromises as "a form of territorial concessions for security guarantees," highlighting the complex nature of ongoing diplomatic discussions.

Let's note that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently visited the United Kingdom, where he held key meetings with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and King Charles III. The visit focused on securing continued military support for Ukraine, including fighter jets and advanced weaponry. Zelenskyy also addressed the UK Parliament, stressing Ukraine's resilience in the face of aggression. Additionally, the UK expanded its military training for Ukrainian forces and provided more military aid. The visit underlined the UK's strong commitment to Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.

By Khagan Isayev