Zelensky ready to talk ceasefire, but only with Putin
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, is prepared to discuss a ceasefire only with Vladimir Putin. The president's advisor, Mykhailo Podolyak, has ruled out meetings with any other Russian representatives.
Key information
- Volodymyr Zelensky is willing to negotiate solely with Vladimir Putin.
- Mykhailo Podolyak, the advisor to the President of Ukraine, has ruled out any other meetings.
- Leaders of Ukraine and other countries are actively calling for a ceasefire.
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, has communicated his readiness to discuss ending the armed conflict with the Russian President, Vladimir Putin. Mykhailo Podolyak, Zelensky's advisor, emphasized that there is no possibility of dialogue with any other Russian representatives.
In an interview published on a YouTube channel, Podolyak stated that meetings with other Russian officials, such as the former Minister of Culture, Vladimir Medinsky, are not being considered.
The president cannot meet with (...), especially Medinsky. This will only create more ambiguity — Poland's Press Agency quotes his words.
Trump and talks in Istanbul
Earlier, US President Donald Trump suggested the possibility of traveling to Turkey for the planned Russian-Ukrainian talks. Trump announced that he would go to Istanbul if his presence could be useful.
On Saturday, the leaders of Ukraine, Poland, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom called on Russia to accept a 30-day ceasefire. Should Russia refuse, they are threatening with sanctions targeting the Russian energy and banking sectors. President Trump has also supported the ceasefire proposal.
It remains uncertain whether a meeting between Zelensky and Putin will take place. The situation continues to be dynamic, and international pressure on Russia is mounting.
