Zelensky calls on Europe to build a united military at Davos and seize Russian oil

Zelensky calls on Europe to take immediate action against aggression, unify its armed forces, and seize Russian oil.

In order to prevent the continent from becoming weak and reactive, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Europe to impose stricter sanctions, seize Russian oil, and quickly establish a unified European defense force.

Zelensky claimed that Russian oil shipments traveling along European ports were directly fueling Moscow’s war against Ukraine and jeopardizing Europe’s security when speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

“Russian oil is being carried directly down the coasts of Europe. The assault against Ukraine is financed by that oil. “That oil contributes to the instability of Europe,” he stated. Therefore, it is necessary to halt, seize, and sell Russian oil for the good of Europe. Why not? There won’t be a war if Putin has no money.

Zelenskyy contended that faith alone was insufficient to maintain Europe’s security, especially the conviction that NATO, and notably the United States, would always step in in the case of an attack.

He stated, “Today, Europe relies only on its belief that NATO will act if danger comes.” However, nobody has really witnessed the Alliance in action. Who will react if Putin decides to attack Poland or seize Lithuania?

“But what if it doesn’t?” he bluntly said, warning that NATO’s deterrence now depends on Washington intervening.

In light of this, Zelenskyy reiterated his demand for a unified European military force that could protect the continent on its own.

“Europe needs united armed forces — forces that can truly defend Europe,” he reaffirmed what he had previously stated.

Citing the deployment of a limited number of troops to Greenland as an example, he criticized what he called symbolic or inadequate defense deployments.

“What is the purpose of sending forty soldiers to Greenland? What does that convey to Putin? To China? Zelenskyy questioned, “More importantly, what message does it send to Denmark?” “Nothing will be protected by forty soldiers.”

The president of Ukraine warned that taking partial steps would just erode deterrence and stated that Europe must make a clear commitment to protecting strategic areas with genuine military capabilities and permanent bases.

Zelenskyy also cited Belarus as a warning example, claiming that Russia was able to station missiles there in 2020 because Europe had not backed pro-democracy movements. These missiles are now within striking distance of European capitals.

“If the Belarusian people had prevailed in 2020, that would not have occurred,” he stated. “Missiles are never merely ornamental.”

Zelenskyy accepted the European Union’s current sanctions against Russia, but he claimed they were insufficient to halt the conflict.

The existence of numerous sanctions is a good thing. The price of Russian oil is declining. However, the flow hasn’t ceased,” he remarked. “Without additional sanctions, Russian businesses that support Putin’s military apparatus will continue to operate.”

He called on Europe to adopt sanctions that are just as strong and frightening as those enforced by the US.

He said, “Europe will always be reacting, catching up with new dangers and attacks, if its actions don’t scare bad actors and if Europe is not seen as a global force.”

Zelenskyy also emphasized the ongoing gaps that let Russia obtain parts for missile manufacturing, claiming that Moscow would not be able to produce ballistic or cruise missiles without foreign technologies.

He stated, “It’s not just China.” “European, American, and Taiwanese companies provide components to Russia.”

Zelenskyy thanked allies for helping Ukraine’s energy and air defense systems, but he also asked if it wouldn’t be more cost-effective and efficient to completely cut off Russia’s supply of the parts needed to make weapons, or to shut down the companies that make them.

“Russian drones and missiles are still present. The coordinates of the factories where they are produced are still in our possession,” he remarked. They are targeting Ukraine today. Any NATO nation could do so tomorrow.

Speaking about the internal politics of Europe, Zelenskyy criticized the divides among European governments, leaders, and parties, claiming that they were impeding the continent’s ability to function as a real global force.

“Europe remains a beautiful but fragmented kaleidoscope of small and middle powers, instead of becoming a truly global power,” he stated. “Europe still feels less like a true political force and more like a geography and a tradition.”

He claimed that depending on others to protect European interests was incompatible with being a major power and cautioned that some leaders were “from Europe, but not always for Europe.”

Zelenskyy stated, “Words cannot create a new global order.” “Real order is only created by actions.”

Regarding diplomacy, Zelenskyy stated that draft documents were “nearly ready” and that Ukraine was in active negotiations to end the war with the United States, including President Donald Trump.

He declared, “Ukraine is working with complete honesty and determination, and that produces results.” “However, there needs to be sufficient pressure and increased support for Ukraine.”

He warned that Europe could no longer rely solely on faith or hope and ended with a call for bravery and urgency.

“Belief alone is insufficient. Discussions of the intellect cannot prevent wars. Zelenskyy declared, “We must act.” “There is no tomorrow if nothing is done now. Europe can and should be a global force that shapes the future rather than responding after the fact.

In closing, the Ukrainian leader reiterated Ukraine’s willingness to support Europe in defending common security and values.

He declared, “We are prepared to be a part of a Europe that really matters—a Europe of real power.” “Because nobody will touch you when Ukraine is on your side.” Act promptly.

“Thank you,” he said as he concluded. Slava from Ukraine.