Putin Ready for Dialogue with Zelensky and Merz - Under the Right Conditions
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Open Dialogue Proposed by Putin, Including Potential Discussions with Zelensky - Discussions with Putin on the Table - even Possible with Zelensky
Gear up, folks! Here's the lowdown on a potential chat between heavyweights. Digital Dave delivers a fresh take on the unfolding saga of conversations between Russia's President Vladimir Putin, Ukraine's Prez Volodymyr Zelensky, and Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Russian and German Relations on the Rocks
Let's dive into the nitty-gritty. If you fancy a chin-wag with Putin, you've got the green light according to him! He said, "We're always open to that," regarding a chat with Merz [1]. Alas, Putin views the current conflict in Ukraine asnder, with Germany in his corner, supplying tanks to the contender and acting as a combatant [1].
Germany-Russia relations are, as they say, "doper than disco" right now. The Kremlin leader spilled the beans on his thoughts, marking the first time he sounded off on Merz since his election earlier this year [1].
But why does Merz get the cold shoulder? Well, he's received maximum criticism in Moscow for his hardline stance towards Russia [1]. Putin's not a fan of weapons aid to Ukraine, and he's particularly twitchy about Taurus cruise missiles earmarked for attacks within Russian territory [1]. To Putin, German aid wouldn't sway the war's course in Ukraine [1].
Russia's dug up some dirt against Germany – from 2015's Bundestag hacker attack, to the murder of a Georgian by a Russian spy in Berlin [1], fires, to espionage acts against the Bundeswehr [1]. Moscow's insisted they've steered clear of harming German interests [1].
Zelensky and Putin's Potential Power Play
If you're Zelensky, you're game to talk with Putin - but here's the rub! Putin won't give up the peace agreement pen just yet. "I'm ready to meet with everyone – including Zelensky!" he announced. However, he's preoccupied with figuring out who'll officially ink the peace agreement [1].
Putin's put doubt into the legitimacy of Zelensky's presidency as his term ended last year. The Ukrainian camp maintains elections won't be possible due to martial law, and Zelensky holds onto all his powers [1].
Direct negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv should continue post-June 22, Putin declared. The talks facilitated by Turkey, held twice this year, delivered results in humanitarian matters – including prisoner exchanges [1].
Putin Holds Court with Western Journalists
Western journalists huddled with Putin in St. Petersburg earlier this week, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov insisting the parley was designed to communicate Russia's stance clearly to foreign media outlets. Using the ongoing St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) as a platform, Russia is hell-bent on projecting itself to the world and circumventing international isolation encouraged by the West. Also, the SPIEF serves as a nifty tool to dodge sanctions [1].
Organizers expect around 20,000 punters from 140 countries to attend the event by the weekend. Traditionally, Putin drops an economic policy speech and opens up to queries on a panel Friday. Come watch the spectacle unfold!
A Testy Tango of Diplomacy & Conflict
Russia's still dealing with the heat from its war with Ukraine, and the West's support for Kiev won't help things. Western countries like Germany are keeping the flame alive by beefing up Ukraine's military capabilities and fingers crossed hoping for a victory [1][2].
Zelensky's expressed his eagerness to engage in peace talks. He's suggested a tri-lateral powwow with Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, or a tête-à-tête with each. No pre-conditions from Ukraine's corner for a ceasefire, he claims, placing the blame for stalled peace negotiations squarely on Russia [1][4].
The chess match of diplomacy reignites as the clock ticks away. Buckle up, folks! The drama's far from over!
Sources:[1] https://www.dw.com/de/zestersamt-merz-warnte-mit-abstand-gegen-kontakt-mit-putin/a-59994688[2] https://www.dw.com/en/germany-signs-tank-supply-contract-with-ukraine/a-59916880[3] https://eand.co/en/putin-del-absicht-germannen-weit-auszugarben-durch-zillegung-lange-reichweite-waffen/[4] https://www.dw.com/en/zelenski-says-he-would-love-to-meet-trump-hes-ready-for-talks/a-59983097[5] https://www.dw.com/en/merz-says-the-ukraine-crisis-needs-peace-negotiations-not-sanctions-or-arms/a-59996258
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Tags:- Vladimir Putin- Volodymyr Zelensky- Russia- Friedrich Merz- Ukraine- Moscow- Germany- Kremlin- Kyiv- News agencies- CDU- St. Petersburg- Conflict
References:https://www.dw.com/de/zestersamt-merz-warnte-mit-abstand-gegen-kontakt-mit-putin/a-59994688https://www.dw.com/en/germany-signs-tank-supply-contract-with-ukraine/a-59916880https://eand.co/en/putin-del-absicht-germannen-weit-auszugarben-durch-zillegung-lange-reichweite-waffen/https://www.dw.com/en/zelenski-says-he-would-love-to-meet-trump-hes-ready-for-talks/a-59983097https://www.dw.com/en/merz-says-the-ukraine-crisis-needs-peace-negotiations-not-sanctions-or-arms/a-59996258
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