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Western interests in countering Russian expansion.

Nothing to see here - Just a couple of Oval Office bullies shaking down a small European country being torn apart for parts by the dictatorship next door that Trump is clearly beholden too. He is Krasnov.
March 1, 2025 at 2:17 AM
6.On U.S. support:
“We cannot do this alone. We need your support to guarantee not just our survival, but the future of freedom in Europe.”
He appealed directly to President Trump and Vice President Vance for continued support, linking Ukraine’s struggle to broader Western interests in
March 1, 2025 at 2:15 AM
5On the current situation in Ukraine:
“Every day we fight, we lose people. And every day we get closer to either peace or the complete destruction of my country.”
Zelenskyy underscored the urgency of resolving the conflict to prevent further loss of life and the potential collapse of Ukraine.
March 1, 2025 at 2:13 AM
4. On the potential impact of diplomatic efforts:”What kind of diplomacy are we talking about,JD? With a country that is bent on destroying us?”He directed this remark at Vice President Vance’s suggestion of diplomacy, expressing skepticism about negotiating with Russia given its aggressive history.
March 1, 2025 at 1:41 AM
3.On Russian aggression:”We have seen Russia’s actions since 2014,&this is not a conflict we can simply forget or negotiate away”
He pointed out the historical context of the invasion of Crimea&other territories,arguing that a deeper commitment to security was necessary to prevent further escalation
March 1, 2025 at 1:39 AM
future.
2. On the U.S. role in peace negotiations:
“The United States must lead the way in ensuring Russia is not rewarded for its aggression.”
He highlighted his view that the U.S. had a pivotal role in global security and in holding Russia accountable for its actions.
3. On Russian aggression:
March 1, 2025 at 1:36 AM
1. On security guarantees:
“There must be security guarantees for Ukraine, without which no peace can be sustained.”
Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine needed explicit security measures to ensure the country’s defense in the
March 1, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Where are all the Zelenskyy responses to Trump/Vance? Was he mute the entire time or is PBS NewsHour fearful of presidential retribution?

Oh - never mind. I found them.

Here’s a more expanded summary of what President Zelenskyy said during the meeting:
March 1, 2025 at 1:31 AM