“Weapons Decide Who Survives,” Zelenskyy Says
At the 80th UN General Assembly, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that international law and diplomacy alone cannot shield nations from aggression. He stated, “If a nation wants peace, it still has to work on weapons … weapons decide who survives.”
The Role Of Alliances And Arms
Zelenskyy stressed that even international law functions only when backed by “powerful friends” who are willing to stand firm—and that those friends must be armed. He said security guarantees are flawed without concrete military strength.
Escalating Conflict And Broader Warning
He urged action to stop Russian aggression before it spreads, pointing to recent airspace violations in Poland and Estonia. He cautioned that Ukraine is just the first victim, and raised concern over nations like Moldova being next in Russia’s expansion efforts.
The Arms Race And Drone Threats
Highlighting technological change in warfare, Zelenskyy said the world is entering “the most destructive arms race in human history” powered by drones and artificial intelligence. He warned that weapons are evolving faster than defenses, and that it is only a matter of time before drones fight drones autonomously.
Call For Global Intervention
Zelenskyy appealed to UN member states to cease trading with Russia, saying that financing the war equates to enabling it. He urged collective pressure and decisive support for Ukraine to prevent a wider global conflict.
