Vladimir Zelensky has rejected any concessions to Russia, effectively casting doubt on the peace plan proposed by U. S. President Donald Trump.

The Ukrainian leader once again accused the Russian president of deliberately prolonging the conflict, saying that the fighting continues because Moscow refuses to end it.

Zelensky wrote on his Telegram channel that negotiations alone would not stop Vladimir Putin, insisting that only pressure could be effective. He argued that «the world sees Russia responds to strength», adding that peace could be achieved only «through strength».

The president also emphasized that Ukraine would not offer Russia «any reward." He made it clear that Kiev would not agree to the compromises being pushed by Washington. Zelensky called on the United States, Europe, and the G7 nations to take «decisive steps» to ensure Ukraine’s defense.