President Zelenskyy: We believe America can pressure Russia into peace with us

“Very substantive negotiations with the United States of America. I had a conversation with President Trump – a good and detailed discussion; I am grateful to the President for his genuine interest in our shared opportunities, in how we can work together to bring real peace closer,” said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a traditional address to the Ukrainian nation on Feb. 12.

Dear Ukrainians!

Today has been a long and busy day. I have just held a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council – the decision has been made and will be published tomorrow. We are defending our state and restoring justice: everyone who undermined Ukraine’s national security and helped Russia – every one of them must be held accountable. The billions that were earned, essentially, by selling out Ukraine, Ukraine’s interests, Ukraine’s security must be frozen and must be used to protect Ukraine and Ukrainians. And this will happen. For sure. And there is also a decision on medicine prices for our people – something the citizens of Ukraine really need. A way has been found to reduce the cost of the top 100 medicines – the most important ones for our people – by 30% starting March 1. The Government must present all the details to the public. The changes must be tangible and positive for millions of Ukrainians. This is the personal responsibility of government officials, particularly the Minister of Health.

Full text of the address: Office of the President of Ukraine