Zelenskyy calls for face-to-face negotiations in letter to Putin
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly called for direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to try to end the war between their countries. The letter suggested meeting in a neutral country and highlighted ongoing conflicts, including missile strikes and drone attacks on both sides.Key Facts
- Zelenskyy wrote a public letter to Putin requesting face-to-face negotiations.
- The letter was Zelenskyy’s first public direct address to Putin since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
- Zelenskyy suggested meeting in a neutral country like Switzerland, Turkey, or Arab states.
- Russia has launched missile and drone attacks deep inside Ukraine and Ukraine has responded with drone strikes inside Russia, including St Petersburg.
- Putin admitted that Russia’s air defenses needed improvement after drone attacks.
- Putin said Russia is open to compromise based on earlier talks with President Trump.
- President Trump expressed support for a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin and emphasized the need for compromises.
- Zelenskyy warned Russia might try to extend the war into 2027 or 2028 and accused Russia of trying to involve Belarus and destabilize other regions.
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