Fresh from Geneva negotiations, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky exploded at Russia, decrying ‘historical bullshit’ as irrelevant to peace. The president used X to rally support, framing history as Putin’s ploy to prolong suffering.
Wednesday’s talks in Geneva aimed at de-escalation but provoked Zelensky’s ire. ‘No historical nonsense needed to stop this war and embrace diplomacy – it’s pure delay,’ he posted. Backing his grasp of Russia with firsthand accounts, he said, ‘Putin and I share history reads, but I’ve roamed their lands extensively – cities big and small, north to south, befriending locals. They know Ukraine superficially at best.’
Dismissing ideological tangents, Zelensky cut to the chase. ‘Their mindset is clear; no point wasting time. They crafted this system, reshaped themselves.’ Amid brutal combat, urgency defines his approach. ‘Our lives hang in balance from this war. Success means quick closure – focus there alone.’
On NATO dynamics, Zelensky spotlighted exclusion risks. ‘US, Europeans crafting NATO-Russia pact? Include us on membership talks – it’s our future, not just theirs. Secret deals possible; we’ll counter any shocks.’
Zelensky’s rhetoric embodies resilience, blending personal authority with strategic demands. Geneva’s shadow lingers, but his message prioritizes resolution over revisionism, urging allies to align swiftly.