Hyderabad, Feb. 23 -- Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Sunday, February 23 that he is open to stepping down if it would bring peace to Ukraine, suggesting he could trade his departure for the country's NATO membership.

"If there is peace for Ukraine, if you really need me to leave my post, I am ready. . I can exchange it for NATO," Zelenskyy told a press conference in Kyiv, adding he would depart "immediately" if necessary.

He clarified that he does not intend to remain in power for decades.

"I am focused on Ukraine's security today, not 20 years from now, and I don't plan to stay in power for decades," Zelensky added.

He also expressed his desire for US President Donald Trump to be a true partner to Ukraine rather tha...