Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy made remarkable statements about Mariupol, which has a critical importance in the Russia-Ukraine war. Zelenskiy spoke at the joint press conference with Charles Michel, President of the European Union (EU) Council, who visited Ukraine.
ENERGY EMBARGO
Talking about the Western sanctions against Russia, Zelenskiy noted that they wanted the sixth package to include a full energy embargo, including oil and gas imports, and that the package would not be strong without the oil embargo.
DRAFT DOCUMENT: “I’M SURE THEY DID NOT GIVE US SOMETHING”
Zelenskiy said Russia’s statement that “we sent a draft document to Ukraine as part of the negotiation process,” adding, “I haven’t heard anything about it. I’m sure they didn’t give us anything.” denied with his words.
POWDER EXCHANGE PROPOSAL FOR MARIUPOL
Talking about Mariupol, most of which was under the control of the Russians, Zelenskiy said, “The situation in Mariupol is getting worse. Unfortunately, we can’t get a positive result there. We haven’t been able to lift the blockade of the city yet. There are two ways. The first is to provide us with heavy weapons aid. The second is the diplomatic way. But Russia is not yet accepting that.” said.
Reminding that the Ukrainian soldiers still show resistance in Mariupol, Zelenskiy said, “The Russian army left their dead and wounded. We are ready to exchange both our soldiers and our civilians.” said. (AA)