Zelensky says he is prepared to STEP DOWN as Ukrainian president if it will bring peace as Trump and Russia hold talks

VOLODYMYR Zelensky has offered to step down as Ukraine’s president in exchange for peace or getting his country a Nato membership.

The shocking remark comes as Donald Trump and Russia hold peace talks without Kyiv at the table.

AFP

Volodymyr Zelensky has offered to step down as Ukraine’s president in exchange for peace or a Nato membership[/caption]

The Ukrainian president said on Sunday: “I am ready to step down if it brings peace. Or trade it for Nato.”

He emphasised that Ukraine’s security was his priority, not staying in office, adding that it was not his “dream” to remain president for a decade.

His remarks came after Donald Trump dubbed him a “dictator” for refusing to organise elections, which are prohibited in Ukraine under martial law.

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