"Zelensky stated, 'I am sure Russia wants long war. They have benefits: The U.S. is focusing on the Middle East and may decrease military help to Ukraine. Sanctions are partially lifted. I see only benefits for Russia from the war with Iran continuing.'"
"Zelensky expressed, 'I am not just concerned, I am sure we will have such challenges. Absolutely.' regarding the potential impact of a prolonged war in Iran on Ukraine's weapons supply."
"He noted, 'If now they get more money from energy, it doesn't help us.' in reference to U.S. sanctions waivers related to Russian oil sales."
"Zelensky advised, 'Our advice, when they asked us, was to stop the war as soon as possible and sit for negotiations - even if they can't sit together with Iran - and find a diplomatic way to end the war.'"
Ukraine has provided intelligence to Middle Eastern leaders regarding Russian assistance to Iran, which includes targeting U.S. military bases. Zelensky expressed concerns that a prolonged war in Iran could hinder Ukraine's weapon supplies and criticized U.S. sanctions waivers on Russian oil sales. Following a trip to the Middle East, he discussed security assistance with regional leaders and emphasized the need for diplomatic negotiations to end the war, despite differing opinions among those leaders.
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