Podcaster Friedman criticized Zelensky for "rude words" to Putin (video)
According to Friedman, the words of Zelensky were sharp and instead of signaling the readiness for peace, the President of Ukraine chose to offend Putin. "I gave the President (Zelensky - ed. ) Every chance of signaling the readiness for negotiations, knowing that both Trump and Putin will listen to this conversation. I do not think he took advantage Words to Vladimir Putin, "the subcater said. Friedman noted that "it is quite understandable, but not productive for negotiations.
" He noted that he often had conversations, where his interlocutors criticized the Russian president, but this time, unlike other conversations, he spoke with the world leader. According to him, Zelensky, having a "historical opportunity for peace", chose the way to express "rude words of disrespect" for another world leader. This, according to the interviewer, can complicate possible peace talks that require compromise.
"I think that you need to treat another leader with the same seriousness you expect him to treat you. This is what I insisted on. At the same time I also postponed my ego aside and allowed the president to shine What is needed to achieve the targets of one and the number two, which I also mentioned. ", - says Friedman. On January 5, a three -hour conversation of Vladimir Zelensky with American Podcaster Lex Friedman was published.
The President of Ukraine called Vladimir Putin "Voldtemrt" and "Mammoth", and also said that the Kremlin head was "deaf". Friedman said "Putin loves the Russian people. " Zelensky in response was uncertain. The interview also discussed sanctions, the possibility of Ukraine accession to NATO, the risks of Russia's future aggression and the prospects of Donald Trump's Presidency. We will remind, Lex Friedman suggested that Vladimir Zelensky interview Russian.