According to Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky, if Russian dictator Vladimir Putin does arrive for talks in Istanbul on May 15, they will discuss a ceasefire as the first step towards ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine.
Points of attention
- The willingness of the Russian dictator to agree to a ceasefire during the discussions is seen as a crucial step towards achieving a permanent resolution to the conflict.
- Zelenskyy's proactive approach towards facilitating the meeting signifies Ukraine's commitment to exploring diplomatic solutions to the ongoing crisis.
Zelenskyy is ready to talk with Putin
As the head of state noted, he and his team will really do everything possible to make this meeting happen.
If Putin is really ready to meet not only in the media, but in real life. And then at the level of leaders we will do everything to agree on a ceasefire. Because it is with him that I must agree on a ceasefire. Because only he decides this.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
President of Ukraine
The Ukrainian leader believes that if the Russian dictator demonstrates his willingness to agree to an unconditional ceasefire during the negotiations, this will open the way to more detailed negotiations on the final end of the war.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy hopes that US President Donald Trump will join his talks with Putin.
"We suggested that President Trump join. I don't know the decision of the President of the United States of America, but in any case, if he confirmed his participation, I think it would give additional impetus to Putin's arrival," Zelensky believes.
