Overview

• In a Fox News interview in New York, Zelenskyy said India largely backs Ukraine but flagged unresolved questions tied to energy ties with Russia.
• He urged doing everything to prevent India from drifting away and predicted New Delhi will eventually shift its stance on Russian energy.
• Zelenskyy voiced confidence that President Trump, working with European partners, can help manage the energy issue and strengthen ties with India.
• He praised Trump for a clear commitment that the United States will stand with Ukraine until the war concludes.
• He said engaging China is more difficult due to its interests aligned with Moscow, as Trump separately criticized India and China over oil purchases that Washington says fund Russia, while India cites national interest and market dynamics.