Zelenskyy: Ukraine '90% Towards Peace Deal' but Warns Against Weak Agreement

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in his New Year’s Eve address that Ukraine is '90 percent' close to finalizing a peace agreement with Russia, emphasizing that the remaining '10 percent' will determine the fate of peace and Ukraine’s future. Zelenskyy cautioned that Kyiv will not accept a weak deal that could prolong the conflict, stressing that Ukraine seeks an end to the war but not at the expense of its sovereignty. In his video message, Zelenskyy acknowledged the exhaustion of Ukrainians after nearly three years of fighting but reaffirmed their determination to resist surrender. He vowed to sign only a strong agreement, rejecting any weak accord that might fuel further conflict. Zelenskyy also highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts to achieve a durable peace, underscoring the importance of every meeting and decision in this process.