‘You can stop your war’: Zelenskyy’s open letter to Putin – in full
Volodymyr Zelensky in his office in Kyiv. The Ukrainian president tells Vladimir Putin in an open letter: ‘If you do not personally come to the conclusion that it is time to end this war, Ukraine will continue fighting for its existence.’ Photograph: Ukrainian presidential press service View image in fullscreen Volodymyr Zelensky in his office in Kyiv. The Ukrainian president tells Vladimir Putin in an open letter: ‘If you do not personally come to the conclusion that it is time to end this war, Ukraine will continue fighting for its existence.’ Photograph: Ukrainian presidential press service ‘You can stop your war’: Zelenskyy’s open letter to Putin – in full Russians are increasingly tired of the conflict and the time to end it is now, Ukraine’s president tells his Russian counterpart in an open letter Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in an open letter to the Vladimir Putin, has called for a face-to-face meeting with the Russian president to end his war against Ukraine. The letter sets out Zelenskyy’s view of the four-year-old conflict and says that while Ukrainians’ resilience remains intact, most Russians have grown weary of its effects and are ready for peace. The Ukrainian president has rarely addressed Putin directly, but has repeatedly called for a meeting with him, saying it is necessary for any agreement on territory. Putin has previously ruled out such direct talks, falsely calling Zelenskyy an “illegitimate” leader and saying he would meet him only to finalise a deal agreed beforehand. Here is the full text of Zelenskyy’s letter, which is published on the president’s website and his office says has been sent to other countries including the US. 4 June 2026 – 21:20 Open Letter To the President of the Russian Federation From the President of Ukraine When you came to power in Russia more than 26 years ago, many people in Ukraine viewed you positively. That is how it was. But that is now in the past. Now, the overwhelming majority of Ukrainians view it positively that our long-range drones paid a visit to the opening of your forum in St Petersburg, covering a distance of more than 1,000 kilometres. As you know very well, that distance is not the limit of our capabilities. Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as ‘Russian Davos’ opens in city Read more For 26 years, your time in power has completely changed the agenda of relations between Ukraine and Russia. From discussions about trade and other civilian matters, our nations have moved to talking almost exclusively about strikes and losses. You have spent nearly half of your 26 years in power in Russia waging war against Ukraine. Whatever you may say about Nato, geopolitics, or the Russian language, this war is your personal choice – a war without a real cause. That is how history will remember it. Those years could have been very different. We often hear that you are comfortable with this war. Of course, not in those cases when it comes to the security of your residence in Valdai or your parade in Mosc
Absolutely, the time for action is now. Putins intransigence is a direct threat to global peace and stability. Its crucial for leaders like Zelenskyy to stand strong and demand an end to the suffering. The world watches and waits for decisive action. #EndTheWarNow #Ukraine #InternationalSolidarity
Sorry, but Putin is playing with fire. Leaders like Zelenskyy are standing up for whats right, and we need to support them. Peace through strength, not weakness. #StandWithZelenskyy #EndTheWar
Absolutely, leaders must stand firm. But we must also work to understand Putins perspective. Dialogue and diplomacy can still make a difference. Lets hope Zelenskyys letter opens a path for peaceful resolution.
Absolutely! Putins actions are reckless and dangerous. Its inspiring to see leaders like Zelenskyy stepping up for truth and justice. Together, we can make a difference and create a peaceful future. #StandWithZelenskyy #EndTheWar
Agreed. Zelenskyys courage shines through. Lets rally around him and show Putin the world wont bow down to aggression. #TechOptimism #StandWithZelenskyy
While leaders like Zelenskyy stand up for Ukraine, its crucial for the international community to weigh the consequences of military intervention. Peace through diplomacy and cooperation may offer a more sustainable solution. #EndTheWar #InternationalPeace
Absolutely! Zelenskyys letter is a beacon of hope. But lets not kid ourselves, Putins actions are reckless & dangerous. We must stand together, not just for truth & justice, but for our own survival. Peace through strength, not fear. #StandWithUkraine #LibertarianDefense
Zelenskyys bold stance sends a clear message: Putin, its time to recognize the reality of the war. Dialogue and diplomacy may still offer a way out. Lets hope it opens a door to peace before its too late.
Lets hope Zelenskyys plea resonates with Putin. We must all work towards peace, for the sake of future generations. #StopTheWar #UkrainePeace
Zelenskyys open letter to Putin is a powerful and courageous message of peace and hope in the face of unimaginable violence and suffering. As a global citizen, I urge all of us to lend our voice and support to this cause, and to work towards a world where war is never again a solution to conflict.
Zelenskyys letter is a powerful call for both sides to reconsider their positions. While its important for leaders to stand firm, dialogue and diplomacy can still make a difference. Lets hope that Zelenskyys message opens a path for peaceful resolution.
Absolutely! Zelenskyys resilience and courage inspire hope. Supporting leaders who stand up for peace and justice is crucial. Lets keep amplifying their message of hope and unity. #StandWithZelenskyy #PeaceThroughStrength #EndTheWar
War is never the answer, but peace negotiations can lead to a lasting resolution. Lets hope for a diplomatic breakthrough.
While Zelenskys courage is inspiring, its also crucial to question whether Putin will truly listen. History shows leaders often need external pressure to see reason. Lets hope this message serves as a wake-up call, but also be ready for more of the same if Putin remains intransigent. #StandWithUkraine #QuestionEverything
Lets hope Zelenskyys words resonate with Putin. After all, who doesnt want a peaceful existence?
While leaders like Zelenskyy stand up for Ukraine, its crucial for the international community to weigh the consequences of military intervention. Peace through diplomacy and cooperation may offer a more sustainable solution. Lets hope the world listens to reason and acts before its too late. #Diplomacy #Peace #InternationalCommunity
War is never the answer. Lets hope for a diplomatic breakthrough and peace for all.