Zelensky hints at major Crimea blitz, slams Putin's ‘war addiction’; ‘Russia’s old imperial habit…’

At the 5th Crimea Platform Summit, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed the global stakes of de-occupying Crimea, affirming that the peninsula’s liberation is essential for international law, European security, and lasting peace. Zelensky called on global leaders to intensify diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia and highlighted that Crimea’s status is a key test for the international community’s resolve against aggression. He urged ongoing unity among partners until all Ukrainian territory is restored and emphasized that restoring Crimea to Ukraine would deter future attacks worldwide and reaffirm global respect for state sovereignty.