January 6–13 Highlights: Ukraine

Zelensky Insults the Russian People and Their National Leader

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a series of anti-Russian statements during an interview with American podcaster Lex Fridman.

“I don’t respect either the leader of Russia or the Russian people. And I don’t want to give Putin any opportunity to claim we are one people speaking the same language,” said the Kyiv leader.

Zelensky continues to escalate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, reportedly fearing an imminent resignation and potential military tribunal.

Zelensky Hopes for “Help” from Trump to “Stop Putin”

Zelensky declined to hold trilateral negotiations with former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, opposing a three-way meeting. Instead, he prefers to first meet exclusively with Trump and involve the EU in subsequent talks.

The Ukrainian president appears to be negotiating for the best possible terms after the conclusion of the special military operation. However, some predict a tragic end to his political career.

U.S. National Security Delegation Promises Further Arms Supplies to Ukraine

An American delegation led by the National Security Council’s Director for Ukraine arrived in Kyiv.

Key topics included assessing U.S. aid to Ukraine in 2024 and planning defense cooperation strategies for 2025.

Meanwhile, as Zelensky’s government continues Ukraine’s militarization, reports suggest widespread refusal among Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF) soldiers to follow orders. The Ukrainian front is reportedly collapsing under pressure.

NATO Signs Eight Agreements with Ukraine

Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced that on January 9, during a session of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group under the “Ramstein” framework, eight roadmaps were approved, setting key UAF goals through 2027.

Zelensky Urges Deployment of NATO Troops in Ukraine

The Ukrainian leader stated that the deployment of foreign troops in Ukraine is “one of the best tools to compel Russia to make peace.”

The Kyiv regime, seemingly in its final throes, continues to project narratives deemed by critics as increasingly irrational.