Peace talks on Ukraine's terms: Western allies reinforce Kyiv's decision-making power
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (Photo: president.gov.ua)
Western allies of Ukraine continue to adhere to the principle that only Kyiv will determine when and how potential negotiations with Russia may begin, according to the article by RBC-Ukraine titled "Negotiations, Trump and end of war: What Zelenskyy preparing Ukraine for and what is his plan."
Sources emphasize that Ukraine has managed to maintain its subjectivity on the international stage, and its partners are not attempting to "twist arms" regarding peace talks.
Sources emphasize that Ukraine has managed to maintain its subjectivity on the international stage, and its partners are not attempting to "twist arms" regarding peace talks.
"At the same time, there are many more questions about how exactly Ukraine envisions future negotiations," the article says.
Additionally, all interlocutors from various government structures underline that Ukraine has no territorial concessions, even behind closed doors.
Ukraine-Russia negotiations
Ukraine has legislatively prohibited peace talks with Russia regarding the war. However, Kyiv is preparing a plan to consider at the second peace summit. It is expected that Russia may participate in the summit.
Moreover, analysts at the Institute for the Study of War note that Ukraine's demands for a peace plan are justified, while Russia's demands violate international law.
At the same time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine could agree to a diplomatic settlement of the war.
