In public letter, Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls on Putin for direct negotiations in a neutral country
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for direct peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a neutral country to end the war between their countries. He proposed a ceasefire during negotiations and highlighted the heavy losses both sides have suffered, while President Donald Trump expressed support for such a meeting.Key Facts
- Zelenskyy wrote a public letter directly addressing Putin, urging face-to-face talks in a neutral location like Switzerland, Turkey, or Arab states.
- This is Zelenskyy’s first public message to Putin since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022.
- Zelenskyy warned Russia plans to extend the war into 2027 and 2028 and is relying more on missile attacks.
- He accused Russia of trying to involve Belarus more in the conflict and destabilize the breakaway region Transnistria in Moldova.
- Ukraine claims Russia suffered over 30,000 killed or seriously wounded soldiers in May 2026 alone.
- Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for a full ceasefire while negotiations take place.
- He proposed an all-for-all prisoner exchange and the return of civilians and children taken from Ukraine.
- President Donald Trump said it would be good if Putin and Zelenskyy met and mentioned compromises would be needed.
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