President Zelensky expresses disappointment with the West

KYIV (The Washington Post): Volodymyr Zelensky, President of Ukraine has reportedly criticized Western states for their “handling” of Russia’s military buildup.

According to international media reports, President Zelensky of Ukraine has disapproved of the way Western countries are handling the Russia-Ukraine conflict with regards to the military buildup by Russia at Ukraine’s border. According to Zelensky, the leaders of the West are waiting to impose further, more damaging, sanctions on Russia while insisting that is “not thy way to do it”.

During his tirade against the United States (US), Britain, and Australia, Zelensky insisted that the Western leaders are stirring up “panic” in the region. The Ukrainian leader reportedly took a dig at the United States during a press conference by saying, “I can’t be like other politicians who are grateful to the United States just for being the United States”. Earlier, Volodymyr Zelensky expressed frustration with US President Biden’s remarks that an incursion is highly likely.

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According to a report by The Washington Post, the Ukrainian leader stated that “we’re grateful” to the US for its “constant support” over the matter of “sovereignty and territorial integrity” however, no one knows the situation better than him as he is the President. According to reports, the US is actively engaged in promoting the image of a united West all as Russia continues to deploy approximately 100,000 of its troops along the border while denying any intention to attack.

It is pertinent to note that the Pentagon has predicted catastrophic consequences in the likelihood of a war between Russia and Ukraine. General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon, has stated, “Given the type of forces that are arrayed… if that was unleashed on Ukraine, it would be significant. Very significant”. Meanwhile, the US military has issued a “prepare to deploy” order for nearly 8,500 personnel. However, as per the latest reports, the US personnel are yet to be deployed even though efforts to reach a peaceful resolution in the conflict seem to be faltering.

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In addition, Russia’s Vladimir Putin has called for “legally binding security guarantees” from the US and NATO forces during a telephone conversation with Emmanuel Macron of France. According to The Washington Post, the Kremlin leader threatened retaliation if demands went unmet. Putin has reportedly reiterated that NATO expansion is not acceptable. Moreover, Russian authorities have demanded a withdrawal of Western forces from the region citing that they are a threat to Russia’s security. In addition, a French official disclosed that while the telephone conversation was “serious”, it was also, “respectful”.

Telephone conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron https://t.co/5Mfqqlk3iA

— President of Russia (@KremlinRussia_E) January 28, 2022

According to The Washington Post, French President Macron has informed Russia that it needs to respect the “essential principle of state sovereignty” and ensure lasting security across Europe. Furthermore, the Biden administration hopes to set in motion a “preventative diplomacy” which may help to stall a possible war. The US has also warned that it will impose sanctions against Russia forcing its economy to cripple if it chooses to attack Ukraine. Following this, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov commented that harming Russia’s financial system would be synonymous with severing diplomatic ties with the state.

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Told @EmmanuelMacron that it was his active position that made the #N4 advisers’ meeting possible. The 1st document since 2019 appeared. Agreed to keep the pace. As long as conditions are conducive, we must meet & talk. The ongoing negotiations reduce the chance of escalation. pic.twitter.com/AR7AMYCaU4

— Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) January 28, 2022

Lavrov further stated that Russia is willing to hold a bilateral meeting with Ukraine’s government but will not participate in a trilateral meeting under the surveillance of President Joe Biden, as requested by President Zelensky. However, Zelensky rejected the notion of meeting in Russia following which Joe Biden and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, have agreed that they will work in unison to promote energy security across Europe.