Top Zelensky adviser calls for Trump to ‘apply real pressure' on Putin — warns Russia has ‘no intention of stopping' deadly airstrikes targeting civilians
'Since Russia shows no intention of stopping, we would be sincerely grateful if the United States, using its strength and global influence, could help apply real pressure on Moscow,' Andriy Yermak, top adviser to Zelesnky, said in a statement to The Post.
'That would bring peace closer — not only for Ukraine, but for Europe and the world,' Yermak argued. 'It would serve the long-term interests of global stability.'
Keith Kellogg met with Andriy Yermak days after Trump publicly vented his frustration with Putin.
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Yermak's comments come as US special envoy to Ukraine, retired Gen. Keith Kellogg, visited Kyiv for discussions with Zelensky and other leaders — and one day after Trump pledged billions of dollars in weapons to the war-torn nation and threatened stiff sanctions on Russia's trading partners.
'These developments reflect growing engagement at the highest level — and we are deeply grateful to the US President for his commitment to stopping the killing, ending this war, and pursuing a durable peace,' Yermak said.
The Zelensky adviser indicated that Kellogg 'received full briefings from our military, intelligence, and security officials' during his visit and 'met with key stakeholders and saw Ukraine's defensive and technological capabilities firsthand — including our air defense systems and drone programs.'
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Ukrainian towns have taken a beating from relentless Russian assaults.
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'This visit reaffirmed that our partners are listening carefully and seeking ways to help turn that vision into reality,' Yermak said. 'We placed particular emphasis on the urgent need for modern air defense.'
'Russia continues to escalate its attacks on Ukrainian cities, and protecting the skies is critical to saving civilian lives.'
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