Zelenskyy’s remarks reflect Ukraine’s efforts to strengthen international alliances.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his belief that India is largely aligned with Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, a perspective that seems to diverge from the views of former US President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy’s comments were made during an interview with Fox News while attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where he also addressed the complexities surrounding energy dependencies on Russia. He acknowledged the challenges posed by energy issues but remained optimistic about strengthening relations with India, suggesting that Trump could play a pivotal role in fostering closer ties between India and Europe. Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity of keeping India engaged in supporting Ukraine, asserting that efforts must be made to shift India’s stance on Russian energy. In contrast, he described the situation with China as more complicated, citing its historical alignment with Russian interests and its current lack of incentive to cease support for Russia. Furthermore, Zelenskyy commended Trump for his unwavering commitment to Ukraine, highlighting a mutual desire for a swift resolution to the conflict, while noting that the obstacles posed by Russian President Vladimir Putin’s unwillingness to concede remain significant. He remarked on the encouraging message from Trump and the United States regarding their steadfast support for Ukraine until the war concludes, contrasting this with Putin’s narrative of victory despite the reality of the situation.