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Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he is ready to leave office after war

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Posted on September 25, 2025

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(Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Axios news website that he would be ready to step down after the war with Russia is over. "My goal is to finish the war," not to continue

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he is ready to leave office after war

(Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Axios news website that he would be ready to step down after the war with Russia is over.

"My goal is to finish the war," not to continue running for office, Axios quoted Zelenksiy as saying.

(Reporting by Rishabh Jaiswal in Bengaluru; Editing by Andrew Cawthorne)

Key Takeaways

  • Zelenskiy plans to resign after the war with Russia.
  • His primary goal is to end the conflict.
  • Zelenskiy made the statement in an Axios interview.
  • Focus remains on achieving peace for Ukraine.
  • No intention to continue in office post-war.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Zelenskiy say about his future in office?
Zelenskiy stated that he is ready to step down after the war with Russia is over.
What is Zelenskiy's primary goal according to his statement?
His main goal is to finish the war, rather than to continue running for office.
Who reported Zelenskiy's comments?
The comments were reported by the Axios news website.

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