United Nations, New York — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday delivered a stark warning to world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly, describing the current global situation as “the most destructive arms race in history” and calling for immediate international action against Russia.
Addressing delegates in New York, Zelenskyy said that the conflict in Ukraine was no longer confined to his country. “Ukraine is only the first,” he said. “Russian drones are already flying across Europe, and Russian operations are spreading across countries. Putin wants to continue this war by expanding it.”
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Zelenskyy’s speech underscored the growing concern in Kyiv that Russia’s military ambitions extend beyond Ukraine’s borders, posing a threat to the stability of the European continent. The Ukrainian president stressed that the world must act collectively to prevent further escalation and contain Russia’s expansionist efforts.
The address followed Zelenskyy’s meeting on Tuesday with former U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump expressed support for Ukraine’s efforts and praised Kyiv’s resilience, marking a notable shift from his previous stance urging Ukraine to consider concessions to end the conflict. During the meeting, Trump said he believed Ukraine could regain all territory lost to Russia, signaling strong political backing for Kyiv’s ongoing military and diplomatic campaign.
Analysts noted that Zelenskyy’s message at the U.N. comes amid mounting international concerns over the proliferation of advanced weapons systems, including drones, and the potential for the conflict to spill into neighboring European nations. The speech was seen as an appeal for increased military aid, economic sanctions, and coordinated diplomatic pressure on Moscow.
The U.N. General Assembly, traditionally a forum for multilateral dialogue, has increasingly become a platform for leaders like Zelenskyy to seek global solidarity in confronting security threats that transcend borders. Zelenskyy’s address highlighted the urgency of international cooperation to prevent a further escalation of hostilities in Europe.
European leaders attending the session expressed grave concern over the warnings, with many signaling a need to reinforce NATO commitments and strengthen regional defense measures. Zelenskyy concluded his address by urging immediate action: “The world cannot wait while aggression spreads. Europe and the international community must respond decisively before it is too late.
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