[Zelenskyy: Russian side has repeatedly talked about being ready for a ceasefire, but it is actually deceiving the US and the whole world.]
On April 27, Zelenskyy said in his evening address, "The Russians have repeatedly claimed that they seem to be ready to accept the US proposal, but so far there is no evidence of any preparation by the Russian army for a real ceasefire." He said that despite the Russian statements, after Easter, they resumed their usual offensive actions, attempting to advance at great cost.
Zelenskyy also stated: "Every day these battles on the front lines clearly prove that Russia is indeed trying to deceive the world - deceive the US and other countries - and drag out this war in the future." In his view, more pressure needs to be applied to Russia so that they "take all necessary measures to stop the war."
Zelenskyy emphasized, "Yesterday's meetings in Vatican City and Rome confirmed that our partners understand the current situation. Ukraine is prepared to advance diplomatically as quickly as possible." He also mentioned that 47 days ago, Ukraine had already agreed to the US proposal for an unconditional ceasefire, and subsequently proposed to Russia to at least stop attacks on civilian targets. However, Russia responded with "sunflower" drones, missiles, artillery, and new offensives.
Zelenskyy emphasized, "The world needs to respond appropriately - to respond through new sanctions and greater pressure. Of course, the US can take measures that will have the most influence on Russia."
In recent weeks, Trump has consistently claimed that Putin wants peace, but on the 26th, he made a stern statement about the Kremlin leader: "In the last few days, Putin has had no reason to bombard civilian areas, cities, and villages with rockets. This makes me feel that he may not want to end the war, just playing games with me. A different approach must be taken toward him - such as through 'financial' or 'secondary sanctions'? Too many lives have been lost!"
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