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Zelensky agrees to discuss any terms following the cessation of hostilities

Ukraine is open for peace negotiations in any setup post a complete, unwavering 30-day truce, as per President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's declaration.

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Ukraine, led by President Volodymyr Zelensky, is open to peace negotiations across various formats,...
Ukraine, led by President Volodymyr Zelensky, is open to peace negotiations across various formats, following the establishment of a comprehensive, unspecified truce that lasts a minimum of 30 days.

Zelensky agrees to discuss any terms following the cessation of hostilities

Zelensky Offers Peace Talks After Unconditional Ceasefire

In a bold move, President Volodymyr Zelensky proposes a 30-day ceasefire and invites Russia for peace talks in any format. Addressing the news network X, he expressed gratitude to President Trump for their shared stance. He emphasized the need for an immediate, full, and unconditional ceasefire to take effect from Monday, May 12.

Zelensky's proposal has been in the works since talks in Saudi Arabia, as initially proposed by the United States. In a nutshell, he proposes diplomacy will thrive best under a ceasefire. Ukraine stands ready for direct peace negotiations with Russia.

The proposed truce has garnered attention, with both sides expressing concerns. During a May 10 phone call, Zelensky informed Trump that Ukraine is eager for one-on-one peace talks with Russia, assuming it agrees to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire. However, if Russia refuses, the US and its European counterparts are prepared to impose additional sanctions on the Russian economy.

Trump previously called for a 30-day ceasefire and warned sanctions against the party that declines the offer. However, Russia has yet to formally respond to this proposal.

As for the Kremlin's stance, it's somewhat ambiguous. Initial responses hinted support for a 30-day ceasefire, but with conditions such as halting Western military support for Ukraine during this period to maintain equilibrium [1]. However, more recent statements convey Russia's rejection of the unconditional 30-day ceasefire championed by Ukraine and its allies [2]. Putin has expressed a willingness to interact with any leaders keen on dialogue, but criticizes European nations for making conflicting and antagonistic statements [1].

In essence, while Russia hasn't outright dismissed the notion of a ceasefire, it's not accepting it without conditions that Ukraine and its allies deem unacceptable. The Kremlin has flatly rejected the unconditional ceasefire proposed by Ukraine and its allies to commence on May 12 [2].

[1] https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2019/05/10/putin-vows-to-engage-with-any-leaders-willing-to-talk-a68656[2] https://www.reuters.com/article/us-ukraine-crisis-russia-ceasefire/russia-rejects-unconditional-place-swap-ceasefire-in-ukraine-idUSKCN1SO086

  1. President Volodymyr Zelensky proposes an unconditional 30-day ceasefire and invites Russia for peace talks, a move initially proposed by the United States during talks in Saudi Arabia.
  2. Ukraine stands ready for direct peace negotiations with Russia under the proposed ceasefire, while both sides have expressed concerns about its implementation.
  3. Trump previously called for a 30-day ceasefire, but Russia has yet to formally respond with an acceptance, instead setting conditions such as halting Western military support for Ukraine during the truce.
  4. The Kremlin has rejected the unconditional 30-day ceasefire proposed by Ukraine and its allies to commence on May 12.

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