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title: "Crimea, Trump, and \"Hellish Sanctions\": Zelensky Outlines Peace Conditions and Pressure Strategy on the Kremlin in the US"
description: "🇺🇦 Zelensky in the US: Crimea is not a bargaining chip, but part of history. Meeting with Trump, visit of special envoys, and \"hellish sanctions\" against Russia — what's next? 🇺🇸🇷🇺"
date: 2026-07-29T06:10:00.000Z
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# Crimea, Trump, and "Hellish Sanctions": Zelensky Outlines Peace Conditions and Pressure Strategy on the Kremlin in the US

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During his visit to the United States, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky gave an in-depth interview to Fox News, addressing key issues of territorial integrity and diplomatic resolution. Special attention was paid to the topic of Crimea: journalists asked the head of state whether Kyiv was willing to consider the peninsula as a bargaining chip in potential negotiations with Russia.

### Kyiv's Position on Crimea: "This is Our History"

Zelensky's response served as a stern reminder of the principles underpinning the Ukrainian leadership's position. The President acknowledged that the topic of negotiations remains open but emphasized that Crimea is not just territory, but the foundation of national identity.

"It's a pity there isn't. Or maybe not yet. We'll see. The most important thing between us is the land, which is very important. It is our territory, it is our history. It is about our homes," Zelensky stated. His words indicate that any concessions regarding Crimea would be perceived by society as a betrayal of historical justice.

### Meeting with Trump and Visit of Special Envoys

Parallel to his public statements, Zelensky held a series of closed-door meetings with American leaders. One of the central discussions was with former US President Donald Trump. The leaders discussed two key areas: licensing the production of Patriot interceptor missiles on Ukrainian territory and the prospects for a peace process.

In the coming weeks, Trump's special envoys—Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner—may arrive in Kyiv. Their visit will focus on the diplomatic resolution of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. They are expected to serve as a link between the US administration and the Ukrainian leadership on matters of security and negotiations.

### "Hellish Sanctions" Against Russia: Senator Support

That same night, Zelensky met with a group of US senators who expressed support for a new package of sanctions against Russia. The document, unofficially dubbed "hellish sanctions," is also known as the Graham bill. It has already received the approval of 86 senators, with 12 voting against it.

Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal emphasized that sanctions are not just economic pressure but a political signal to Vladimir Putin: Russia is losing the war. The bill must be considered by the US House of Representatives, which will return from recess in September.

### What's Next?

Events of recent days demonstrate that Ukraine continues to actively use diplomatic channels to increase pressure on Russia. Visits by high-ranking American officials, discussions of new sanctions, and the production of weapons on the country's territory are all part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at achieving peace on Kyiv's terms.