Ukraine’s Zelensky fears Iran war may lead to less support to fight Russia’s invasion
EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : l’Ukraine propose une trêve énergétique à Moscou, via des médiateurs américains, annonce Volodymyr Zelensky
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern that a potential prolonged war between the US/Israel and Iran could diminish US support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. Speaking in Istanbul, Zelensky stated Ukraine urgently needs more US-made Patriot air defense systems to counter ongoing Russian attacks that have killed thousands and targeted Ukrainian energy infrastructure. He fears a shift in US priorities due to a new conflict would lead to reduced deliveries of these critical missiles. Zelensky acknowledged Ukraine is no longer a top priority and that ongoing discussions with US negotiators regarding a potential deal with Russia reflect a broader loss of focus on the conflict. Talks between Moscow and Kyiv brokered by the US ended in February without a breakthrough.
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AI-ExtractedUS-brokered talks between Moscow and Kyiv ended in February with no breakthrough.
Russia's invasion has killed thousands of civilians and targeted Ukraine's energy supply.
Ukraine needs more US-made Patriot air defense systems to counter Russia's barrages.
Zelensky fears a US-Israeli war on Iran could erode America’s support for Ukraine.
Ukraine remains in contact with US negotiators about a potential deal to end the war.
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