Last Saturday, during the second day of the Munich Security Conference, the president of Ukraine, Volodímir Zelenskihe reaffirmed that The adhesion of your country to NATO remains its main demand and called a united Europe to face Russia.
In his speech, Zelenski warned about the Russian Army Expansion And the possible danger to Europe, highlighting the presence of North Korean troops They help Russia, and questioned whether Europe is taking preventive measures While these soldiers earn experience on the battlefield.
“Russia opens new recruitment centers every week. Oil prices allow Putin to ignore international pressures. We have clear information that Russia is preparing to send troops to Belarus this summermaybe to attack Ukraine or maybe not, “he warned.
“Maybe it’s for you? What can we do before the next invasion?” He asked. He also highlighted the learning capacity of the soldiers sent by North Korea: “Don’t be wrong: North Koreans are learning quickly. And their armies? Are they prepared?”.
The vision of a self -sufficient and unified Europe
On the other hand, the Ukrainian leader advocated a Self -sufficient and unified Europe in its defensesuggesting that Ukrainian troops could replace the US presence in the continent if Washington decides to reduce their participation.
“Europe needs a single voice, not a dozen different voices,” He emphasized. “The time has come. We must create the Armed Forces of Europe. It is not more difficult than opposing Russian attacks, which we have already done. Money alone will not stop Russia. It is not just budgets, but also people. It is necessary to defend one’s home, “he added.
Zelenski also responded to Washington statements that rule out the adhesion of Ukraine to NATOpointing out that, although the United States plays a key role in security, Putin should not have the power to influence the decisions of the Alliance.
“If Russia came to you, would your country be able to fight the same way as the Ukrainians? I don’t want anyone, so we are talking about security guarantees“He concluded.
