Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says, in an interview given in Kyiv to Fox News, that Russia is trying to "play with the President of the United States"

In an interview with Fox News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia is trying to delay peace negotiations and manipulate the President of the United States. Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine has always supported peace and is ready to end the conflict, but will not accept the cession of territories.

He accused Russia of postponing discussions to avoid concessions, stating that the peace proposals favor Russian demands. Although he acknowledges the fatigue of some Ukrainians regarding the war, Zelensky reaffirmed that the nation will not accept the conditions imposed by Putin. He invited President Trump to visit Ukraine to understand the reality of the conflict. Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's resistance, stating that the country has not been occupied and that its independence is defended.