Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Berlin today for talks focused on possible ways to end the war. The visit comes amid active international consultations involving the U.S. and European countries.
According to the Financial Times, upon arrival, Zelensky stated that a potential peace plan may involve compromises and may not necessarily satisfy all parties. He emphasized that reliable security guarantees from the United States and Europe remain a key condition for Ukraine.
The president also reaffirmed Kyiv's position on territorial issues, stating that Ukraine does not intend to give up its lands. According to him, any changes are only possible with "symmetric steps" from Russia.
Zelensky noted that Moscow, in his assessment, seeks to consolidate control over eastern regions of Ukraine through diplomatic and political means. He also criticized the U.S.-brokered compromise option being discussed, which involves the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from parts of eastern areas while maintaining the current positions of the Russian army.
At the same time, different assessments of the negotiation process are emerging in Russia. Russian presidential advisor Yuri Ushakov stated that the United States, unlike European countries and Ukraine, "better understands Moscow's position." According to him, this followed hours of contacts with American mediator Steve Whitcoff and discussions with former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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