REPLAY: Ukraine's Zelensky holds presser in Brussels

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At a European summit in Brussels, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged leaders to sustain support for Kyiv and keep sanctions on Russia in place. He accused Vladimir Putin of lacking interest in negotiations and warned that a U.S. deal involving Russian diesel could benefit Moscow and weaken sanctions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday urged European leaders to maintain their support for Kyiv and warned against easing sanctions on Russia. Speaking to reporters at the European summit in Brussels, Zelensky said that ending the war remained Ukraine’s priority but accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of having no genuine interest in negotiations. He also criticised a US deal involving Russian diesel, arguing that easing restrictions could allow Moscow to reap financial benefits and pave the way for broader sanctions relief. Watch the replay.