Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attends a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron (not seen) at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, on Nov. 17, 2025. Sarah Meyssonnier/Pool via ReutersUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaffirmed in a New Year’s Eve address that Ukraine wants peace with Russia but not at the expense of its existence, pledging to reject any “weak” resolution in the name of ending further conflict.Kyiv wants the map frozen at the current battle lines, and Zelenskyy dismissed as “deception” Russian demands for a complete withdrawal from Donbas as a precondition for any cease-fire or peace agreement.
Zelenskyy Says He Will Only Sign Strong Peace Deal in New Years Eve Address
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