We must put pressure on Russia for a just peace, urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an address to the European Parliament on the occasion of the 1000th anniversary of the start of the Russian military invasion against his country.
Zelensky wished that next year would be the year of peace. According to him, Russia can be forced by joint efforts to accept a just peace. Any Russian threat must be met with sanctions, oil keeps (Russian President Vladimir) Putin's regime alive, strong sanctions are crucial, Zelensky added.
According to him, it is possible that the number of North Korean soldiers drawn to the Russian side in the war may reach 100 thousand. Putin aims for victory, he will not stop himself and with time the conditions for ending the war become more difficult, the Ukrainian president pointed out.
No one swims in calm waters during a storm, Zelensky summarized and thanked for the European aid to his country.
The Ukrainian president participated live with a video link from Ukraine in the extraordinary meeting of the MEPs in Brussels. His appearance on the screens was greeted by the hall on its feet and with prolonged applause.
You have shown the world what true bravery looks like, addressed Zelenskiy, EP President Roberta Mezzola. We will continue to support Ukraine every day, as long as necessary, until real peace is achieved, she added.