Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin is ready for direct talks with Ukraine ‘without any precondition’ as the Europe demands ceasefire
The proposal comes in the form of Kiev and its associates intensifies diplomatic efforts to prevent a three -year war and pressurize Moscow to prevent enmity.
Putin said in a statement reported by the AFP, “We propose to the Kiev authorities to resume dialogue that he broke in 2022, and, I insist without any pre -previous condition.”
“We are committed to serious conversation with Ukraine,” he said, and said that the Kremlin does not refuse to agree to a ceasefire during negotiations.
The proposal follows a strong performance of unity in Kiev by leaders from Britain, France, Germany and Poland on Saturday, who issued a joint call for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire and warned Moscow of “new and massive” sanctions if it fails to comply with.
French President Emmanuel Macron said the ceasefire would be monitored by the US with the support of European partners.
Read a joint statement published on the official website of Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelansky, “an unconditional ceasefire cannot be subject to any situation of the ceasefire.” If Russia asks for such conditions, it can only be considered as an attempt to prolong war and reduce diplomacy. “
The proposed ceasefire is supported by US President Donald Trump, who recently stated that Ukraine and Russia are “very close to a deal”, although they expressed doubts about Putin’s desire to end the struggle.
The ceasefire would begin the process to end the largest and longest war in Europe since the retired Lieutenant General Keith Kelog, Trump’s special messenger, was quoted by the special messenger of Ukraine, Trump’s special messenger. “
Putin did not respond to the European proposal directly, but claimed that Ukraine had “sabotaged” the Russian ceasefire proposals, which included a 30-hour Easter Trus and the 8–10 May unilateral stop in the fight. He said, “Those who really want peace, but cannot support new talks in Istanbul.
However, Ukraine has accused Russia of regularly violating its own ceasefire.
Quoting the New York Times, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andree Sibiha said that the monitoring mechanism for the ceasefire was still in discussion, but emphasized the readiness of Kiev for peace. “If Russia agrees and effective monitoring is ensured, a durable ceasefire and confidence measures can pave the way for peace talks,” he said.
Putin vowed to talk with Turkish President Recep Tayip Erdogan about hosting the May 15 meeting, referring to the 2022 talks failed in Istanbul, which had touched Ukraine’s neutrality and future security arrangements. According to news agency AP, he reiterated that the goal of talks should “to eliminate the root causes of conflict and establish a long -lasting peace”.
Meanwhile, Russian attacks continue. Ukrainian officials said the shelling in Sumi killed three civilians, while a drone strike in Karsan left a dead. The US Embassy in Kiev warned of “potentially important” Russian aerial attack in the coming days.
Trump’s administration stopped new military assistance for more than 120 days, emphasizing to strengthen Ukraine’s defense through Kiev’s associate arms supply and potential contingent.
Macron said that the creation of Ukraine’s military capabilities and discussing the safety guarantee will work as a long -term preventive.
As the Europe prepares for the potential failure of the ceasefire attempt, German Chancellor Frederick Merz said, “Almost all member states of the European Union and a large alliance of interested in the world are determined to implement these restrictions, even if our initiative … fails.”
Nevertheless, Kremlin remains defective. Russia spokesman Dimitri Peskov dismissed the threat of further sanctions, told Rosia -1 that the country was “accustomed to such pressure.”
