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Zelensky Denounces Russia's Crimea Annexation, Urges U.S. Support

4/25/2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky passionately denounced Russia's annexation of Crimea, declaring it a violation of Ukraine's Constitution. He underscored the significance of the 2018 U.S. Crimea Declaration in affirming Ukraine's sovereignty and called on the U.S. to stay committed to peace talks, even amidst Donald Trump's criticisms of his position.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky passionately denounced Russia's annexation of Crimea, declaring it a violation of Ukraine's Constitution. He underscored the significance of the 2018 U.S. Crimea Declaration in affirming Ukraine's sovereignty and called on the U.S. to stay committed to peace talks, even amidst Donald Trump's criticisms of his position.