Zelensky criticizes US proposal to discuss security between Europe and Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized Washington’s proposal to discuss security issues between Europe and Russia.

He made the statement ahead of a meeting with US President’s special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

Zelensky called it “a bit strange” that Washington wants to discuss not only security guarantees for Ukraine, but also a new security model between Europe and Russia.

“After all, for 30 years following the collapse of the USSR, Europe treated Russia well and sought to establish the best possible relations and trade. The wars of (Russian President Vladimir — Ed.) Putin are linked to his attitude toward others, not to some permanent confrontation with Europe,” the Ukrainian president said.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb announced talks with Russia within the next two weeks involving not only US but also European representatives. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz supported the idea of Europe holding talks with Russia on resolving the military conflict in Ukraine.