MUNICH: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy known as on Saturday (Feb 15) for the creation of a European military, arguing the continent might not make certain of safety from america and would solely get respect from Washington with a robust navy.
He additionally mentioned Kyiv would by no means settle for any deal to finish Ukraine’s battle with Russia made behind its again, and predicted Russian President Vladimir Putin would attempt to get US President Donald Trump to Moscow’s Could 9 World Conflict Two victory anniversary parade “not as a revered chief however as a prop in his personal efficiency”.
In an impassioned speech to the annual Munich Safety Convention of worldwide policymakers, Zelenskyy mentioned an deal with by US Vice President JD Vance the day past had made clear the relationship between Europe and the United States was changing.
“Let’s be sincere – now we won’t rule out the likelihood that America would possibly say no to Europe on points that threaten it,” mentioned Zelenskyy, talking because the battle triggered by Russia’s invasion of his nation will quickly enter its fourth 12 months.
“Many, many leaders have talked about (a) Europe that wants its personal navy and armed forces. A military of Europe. And I actually consider the time has come, the armed forces of Europe should be created.”
He mentioned a European military – which would come with Ukraine – was needed in order that the continent’s “future relies upon solely on Europeans – and choices about Europeans are made in Europe”.
He continued: “Does America want Europe as a market? Sure. However as an ally? I don’t know. For the reply to be sure, Europe wants a single voice, not a dozen totally different ones.”
