In this photo provided by the Press Service of the President of Ukraine on Nov. 19, 2024, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks to deputies in the Verkhovna Rada in Kyiv, Ukraine. (Press Service of the President of Ukraine via AP)
President Volodymyr Zelensky has acknowledged that the Crimean peninsula, annexed by Russia since 2014, should probably become part of Ukrainian territory again through diplomacy.
In an interview with the Fox News television network, preferred by the American right, which he conceded on a train somewhere in Ukraine and which was broadcast in its entirety yesterday Wednesday, Mr. Zelensky explained that the country cannot afford to lose the number of lives that would be required to recapture the strategically important peninsula in the Black Sea with military operations.
But he once again rejected the idea of handing over territory seized by the Russian armed forces — roughly 20% of Ukrainian territory is under their control — insisting that Kiev “cannot legally recognize any occupied territory of Ukraine as Russian territory”.
“I have already stated that we are willing to recover Crimea through diplomatic means,” said Mr. Zelensky through an interpreter on Fox News.
“We cannot waste tens of thousands of our people, let them perish to take back Crimea (…) It is not the case that we could not take it back with a gun in hand”, but “we realize that Crimea can be recovered through diplomatic means ».
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**How might Ukrainian public opinion on Crimea, which has been historically divided, impact the success of any diplomatic solution?**
## World Today News Interview: The Future of Crimea
**Introduction**
Welcome to World Today News, where we delve into the pressing issues shaping our world. Today, we’re joined by two distinguished guests to discuss a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s recent statement open to a diplomatic solution for Crimea.
**Our Guests:**
* **Dr. Ivan Petrov**: A leading expert on Ukrainian politics and international relations at the European Studies Centre, University of Oxford.
* **Professor Maria Sanchez**: A renowned scholar specializing in conflict resolution and post-conflict reconstruction at Columbia University.
**Section 1: The Diplomatic Path to Resolution**
**Interviewer**:
Dr. Petrov, President Zelensky’s call for a diplomatic solution for Crimea represents a shift in his stance. Can you elaborate on the significance of this statement and its potential implications for the conflict?
**Section 2: The Cost of Conflict**
**Interviewer**:
Professor Sanchez, President Zelensky explicitly stated that reclaiming Crimea militarily would come at an unacceptable human cost. How do you assess the strategic considerations involved in weighing military action against diplomatic efforts in this highly sensitive situation?
**Section 3: International Response and Future Negotiations**
**Interviewer**:
Given the complexities of the conflict and the international stakes involved, what role do you believe international actors, such as the United Nations and NATO, should play in facilitating negotiations and securing a lasting peace?
Dr. Petrov, how do you see Russia responding to Zelensky’s proposal?
Professor Sanchez, what lessons can be learned from historical conflicts and negotiations involving territorial disputes?
**Section 4: The Future of Crimea**
**Interviewer**:
Looking beyond the immediate future, what are the potential long-term ramifications for Crimea and its inhabitants, regardless of the outcome of negotiations?
Dr. Petrov, how might a negotiated settlement impact Ukraine’s relationship with its Western allies and Russia?
Professor Sanchez, what steps can be taken to ensure a just and sustainable solution that addresses the concerns and aspirations of all parties involved?
**Conclusion**
**Interviewer**:
Thank you both for sharing your insightful perspectives on this critical issue. The path forward for Crimea remains uncertain, but the willingness to explore peaceful solutions offers a glimmer of hope for a more secure and stable future for the region and beyond.
We encourage our viewers to continue following the developments in this complex situation and to engage in thoughtful discussions about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
