Dmitry Peskov dismisses the prospect of a 30-day truce without ironing out all its details.
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Let's dive into the recent exchange between Vladimir Zelensky and Vladimir Putin regarding a ceasefire in Ukraine. The Kremlin, talking via a spokesperson, hinted at a potential long-term truce, but with some tricky details, as Putin pointed out (courtesy of TASS).
Dmitry Peskov, Putin's right-hand man, called out Kiev's response to Moscow's 3-day truce proposal on Victory Day as nothing more than manipulation.
On the 28th of April, Vladimir Putin announced this brief truce, spanning from 00:00 Moscow time on May 8 to midnight on May 11. Moscow urged Kiev to jump on board. The Kremlin warned that if the Ukrainian troops wreck this peace, the Russian forces would respond accordingly, while stating their readiness for talks sans conditions.
Zelensky, on the other hand, hasn't given a clear yay or nay to Moscow's idea, instead pushing for a 30-day firing halt. The White House chimed in with a reminder that Trump's mission is peace in Ukraine, not temporary skirmishes.
Previously, both Russia and Ukraine had hinted at striking a deal. Putin said on the 13th of March that Russia backs the U.S. peace initiative, but there are no small print details to overlook. Key topics include military action across the 2,000 km-long contact zone and the purpose of the ceasefire itself. Putin emphasized that the ceasefire should lead to a permanent peace.
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Enrichment Insights:The tricky road to achieving a long-term ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is fraught with various challenges and impasses. Key points to consider are:
Current Status of Negotiations
- US Role: The U.S. has attempted to move forward by proposing a 30-day ceasefire and temporary truces. However, it's recently stepped back, stating it's up to Russia and Ukraine to reach an agreement[1].
- Russian Demands: Putin and the Russian officials continue to insist on considerable territory withdrawals from Ukraine, including regions in Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhia, and Kherson, and a constitutional amendment to abandon Ukraine's NATO membership goal[2].
- Russian Ceasefire Proposals: Moscow proposed a short 3-day ceasefire, which Ukraine considers a PR stunt and has rejected. Ukraine favors a month-long truce without preconditions[3].
Key Players' Positions
- Vladimir Putin: Putin has consistently required preconditions for negotiations, including territorial withdrawals and geopolitical concessions from Ukraine. Recent actions suggest Russia is working to present a peace-oriented image while maintaining a strong stance[2][3].
- Vladimir Zelensky: Zelensky insists on a month-long, unconditional ceasefire and dismisses short-term proposals. He emphasizes the need for genuine, precondition-free negotiations[1][3].
Hurdles and Obstacles
- Lack of Trust: Both sides have exhibited skepticism about each other's motives, with Ukraine viewing Russia's proposals as delaying tactics or power plays[1][3].
- Ongoing Attacks: Despite diplomatic efforts, Russian forces have escalated assaults across Ukraine, complicating the peace process[1].
In summary, ongoing negotiations face trust issues, differing demands, and a complex geopolitical landscape, making a lasting ceasefire a formidable challenge.
- The ceasefire negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Vladimir Zelensky are not straightforward, with nuances and complexities that require careful consideration.
- Both leaders have different views on the truce, with Putin advocating a short-term truce and preconditions, while Zelensky insists on a month-long, unconditional ceasefire.
- The United States has been involved in the peace process, proposing a 30-day ceasefire, but recently stepped back, allowing Russia and Ukraine to reach an agreement.
- Achieving a long-term ceasefire is a challenge due to the lack of trust, ongoing attacks, and the complex geopolitical landscape of war-and-conflicts and politics.
