Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s statement regarding resignation and the election of the President of Ukraine

In an interview with British journalist Piers Morgan, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he is not considering voluntary resignation, as he considers the ongoing war his own responsibility. He emphasized that electing the President of Ukraine is the prerogative of Ukrainian citizens only, and neither Donald Trump, nor Elon Musk, nor any other person in the world can influence this process. 1TV+8

According to Zelenskyy, there are influential people who want to replace him because he will never recognize Ukrainian territory as part of Russia. The President noted that in the event of his removal from power, a new leader, regardless of gender, will continue to defend the country. 1TV+4

Furthermore, Zelenskyy stated that U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine should include a strike by America against Russia in the event of a new attack by Russia. According to the President, if this is recorded in a document or "on paper," it will be a security guarantee. Zelenskyy also added that Ukraine will under no circumstances lose its independence. 1TV+2