Recent peace talks on Ukraine involving President Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and several European leaders have become the main focus of the current political agenda. President Zelensky emphasized that an immediate ceasefire is the utmost priority, reiterating that Ukraine’s territorial integrity is not negotiable under the Constitution. Putin maintains his stance, but both the EU and the US reaffirm strong support for Ukraine.
The German Chancellor, along with representatives from France, Britain, Poland, Finland, Italy, the European Commission, and NATO, coordinated their positions to highlight that securing a truce and establishing a framework agreement are essential for further negotiations. Reliable security guarantees for Ukraine were stressed, as well as the non-negotiability of the legal recognition of occupied territories.
A trilateral meeting between Zelensky, Putin, and Trump is expected next week. International leaders agree that, without a ceasefire, long-term peace agreements are unattainable. The European Commission has positively evaluated recent developments and is preparing further sanctions against Russia.
The consultations also addressed assistance for Ukraine in developing long-range missile systems, with promises of continued support from both the US and European countries. Discussions included the Budapest Memorandum and the possibility of Ukraine restoring its nuclear status.
Audience questions during the broadcast covered the prospects for further Russian aggression, Western support, the Ukrainian economy, anti-corruption efforts, and veteran support. In conclusion, the coming weeks could prove decisive for peace in Ukraine and for strengthening its international security.
