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Zelensky to Trump: Ukraine Chooses NATO Over Nuclear Weapons in September Meeting

Oct 17, 2024, 12:36 PM

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has stated that Ukraine faces two options: acquiring nuclear weapons or joining NATO. Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine prefers NATO membership over nuclear armament. He conveyed this message to former U.S. President Donald Trump during a recent conversation in September. Zelensky argued that NATO membership is crucial for Ukraine's security and de-escalation of the ongoing conflict with Russia. He also urged Budapest Memorandum signatories to support Ukraine's territorial integrity and mentioned that all partners, including Russia, should participate in the upcoming Peace Summit. Zelensky's statements were made during a briefing at the European Council summit in Brussels.