Zelensky: Ukraine will not lose, but we are losing people and time

President's statements following trilateral consultations

During a press conference held following the meeting in Oslo of the Ukrainian, European, and American delegations, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the current state of the negotiation process. The head of state emphasised that Ukraine will not lose the war against Russia, but insists on its earliest possible conclusion.

The main value is human life

In response to journalists' questions regarding possible concessions and whether Ukraine is losing ground in the conflict, Zelensky noted that the discussions touched upon "delicate" issues. He stressed that he wants to make every effort as quickly as possible to stop the hostilities.

"Ukraine will not lose the war," the president emphasised.

At the same time, he added: "But we are losing people and time, because our children do not have a real life, a childhood."

Focus on rapid peace and reconstruction

Zelensky explained that it is precisely these factors that compel Kyiv to advocate for the urgent cessation of hostilities. According to him, the next rounds of negotiations should focus on the country's reconstruction.