Ukraine Working Nonstop to End the War: Stefanishyna

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  January 16, 2026 at 13:44  |  6:40  |  Bloomberg Markets
Speakers
Olha Stefanishyna — Ukrainian Ambassador to the US

Summary

Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine's ambassador to the US, discusses US-Ukraine diplomacy, President Trump's frustration with Vladimir Putin, and a Senate sanctions bill aimed at Russia. She says the peace proposal is 90% agreed and Ukraine is negotiating around the clock, while warning that Russian attacks on energy infrastructure and civilian targets are worsening this winter. She also addresses NATO/Greenland tensions and says a Zelensky visit to Washington may happen, with Davos as an early opportunity.

  • Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna says President Trump is upset with Vladimir Putin.
  • She says Trump backs a Senate sanctions bill because Russia is not committed to dialogue.
  • She says the US and Ukraine have a peace proposal that is 90% agreed.
  • She reports civilian casualties in Ukraine rose 40% since the start of 2025.
  • Russian strikes are targeting Ukraine's energy and water infrastructure during a cold winter.
  • She downplays NATO/Greenland tensions and says Ukraine is not a NATO member.
  • Zelensky is willing to return to Washington, with Davos seen as an early meeting opportunity.
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