Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky didn’t hold back after the Russia-Ukraine Geneva summit, blasting Moscow for historical excuses in the war’s resolution. In a pointed X thread, he advocated ruthless efficiency in diplomacy.
The Wednesday session in Geneva spotlighted tensions, prompting Zelensky’s retort. He scorned history as a smokescreen: ‘Ending war and advancing talks requires no historical drivel – just delay tactics.’ Leveraging his Russia visits, he asserted expertise. ‘Matched Putin’s history studies; explored their regions deeply, from northern hamlets to southern spots, far beyond their urban tours of Ukraine.’
He pivoted from analysis to action. ‘Grasp their views, skip the fluff. Their system, their evolution.’ With war imperiling everything, pragmatism rules. ‘This fight defines our existence. Optimal path: terminate promptly. Discussions limited to that.’
Addressing NATO-Russia overtures, he warned of sidelining. ‘New document brewing with US, EU partners? Comprehensive talks await, but NATO entry demands our seat – directly impacts us. Proceed without? Expect reactions to surprises.’
Zelensky’s delivery mixes defiance and diplomacy, rejecting nostalgia for necessity. As conflicts persist post-Geneva, his call galvanizes for accelerated endings.