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Trump would be 'hard work, but we are hard workers': Zelensky

19.07.2024 12:00
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that working with Donald Trump, if re-elected president of the United States, will be “hard work, but we are hard workers.”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (third from right), flanked by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (center), receives applause ahead of addressing the UK Cabinet at 10 Downing Street in London on Friday, July 19, 2024.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (third from right), flanked by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (center), receives applause ahead of addressing the UK Cabinet at 10 Downing Street in London on Friday, July 19, 2024.Photo: EPA/ANDY RAIN / POOL (PAP/EPA)

Speaking in an interview with British public broadcaster BBC, Zelensky voiced his willingness to cooperate with any US leader despite concerns about Trump’s past indifference toward Ukraine.

During a visit to the UK for a European Political Community meeting, Zelensky praised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s commitment to Ukraine and said he looked forward to a "special" era in British foreign policy under his leadership.

Zelensky also highlighted ongoing challenges, such as delays in the delivery of F-16 fighter jets promised by Western countries and the need for increased defense support.

He argued that global pressure on Russia could help achieve a diplomatic resolution to the war, which has continued for almost two and a half years.

Zelensky also told the BBC that he would not step down as president until the war is over.

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Source: BBC/IAR