Zelenskyy's Press Briefing: Sanctions Looming if Russia Doesn't End War

President Zelenskyy's June 4th Press Briefing: Key Takeaways from US Negotiations and Sanctions Discussion Kyiv, Ukraine – In a significant press briefing held on June 4, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed details of negotiations with the United States. The talks centered on two main points: a potential agreement for the purchase of American weaponry and a free trade agreement between Ukraine and the US. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of sanctions if Russia fails to end hostilities. "If Russia does not want to end the war, sanctions must be imposed," he stated firmly. The briefing also included discussions about the specifics of the agreements, the role of Turkey's mediation, and the concerns of both parties involved. A question was raised about the possibility of a meeting between leaders even without a ceasefire, to which Zelenskyy responded affirmatively but stressed that sanctions would be necessary in the absence of a ceasefire. The briefing concluded with a discussion of the importance of a strong defense agreement and the need for additional funding. The briefing underscored the ongoing efforts to secure international support and the determination to continue negotiations despite the challenges of the ongoing conflict.