La prise de parole du président ukrainien, dans son allocution quotidienne, était la première concernant les Etats-Unis depuis la nouvelle volée de critiques que lui a lancé son homologue américain, qui l’a accusé d’être un « dictateur ».
1. Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope for a constructive meeting with U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg, emphasizing the importance of the encounter, especially as it approaches the third anniversary of the war. Zelensky's approval rating stands at 57%, contrary to Donald Trump's claim of 4%.
2. Donald Trump has criticized Zelensky, calling him a "dictator without election" and urging swift action to save his country. Trump's stance aligns with Russian narratives, and his comments have drawn criticism from some U.S. Republicans.
3. Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is ready to negotiate on Ukraine, accusing Europeans of severing ties and Ukraine of refusing talks. Ukraine denies recent Russian attacks.
4. Sophie Primas, France's government spokesperson, warned that achieving peace in Ukraine would require significant European defense efforts, impacting French finances. A parliamentary debate is scheduled for early March.
5. Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed the European Union's clear and united stance, emphasizing the need for a durable and solid peace in Ukraine.
6. Keith Kellogg, Trump's envoy, supports Ukraine's security needs, while Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov praised Trump's criticism of Zelensky, calling him "pathetic" and supporting Trump's view that NATO expansion caused the conflict.
7. Odessa experienced a Russian attack, leaving part of the city without heating or electricity, with one injury reported. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed support for Zelensky, recognizing him as democratically elected and justifying the suspension of elections during wartime, referencing the UK's actions during WWII.
