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Zelenskyy: Ukraine not in diplomatic corner, but Russia's mouth and economy must be shut

Ukraine is currently not in a diplomatic corner, but it is necessary to shut Russia's mouth and close off its economy, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated.

Zelenskyy: Ukraine not in diplomatic corner, but Russia's mouth and economy must be shut

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has declared that his nation is not positioned in a diplomatic corner amidst the ongoing conflict. However, he emphasized the necessity to curtail Russia's communication and restrict its economy. Throughout the war, Zelenskyy has witnessed numerous instances of dead-ends and challenging situations, with leaders sometimes driving themselves into corners.

On the first day of hostilities, he firmly stated that Ukraine was not in such a predicament. According to Zelenskyy, it was merely one person who attempted to lead the entire Ukrainian nation into a deadlock, but Russia failed to achieve this, prompting the world to rally in support of Ukraine.

Despite this, he clarified that negotiations with Russia regarding potential future economic projects could be pursued. Simultaneously, he insisted that Ukraine's diplomatic standing remains unimpeded and that the country's economy should be closed off to Russia, while also silencing Russia's voice through sanctions. No sales to Russia should be allowed, and strict sanctions should be imposed on their weaponry, he asserted.

Written by urgent.news from Interfax-Ukraine's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

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