Force Russia To Make Peace, Zelensky Urges West

Zelensky Hopes US-Ukraine Talks Next Week Will Be ‘Significant’

Posted by: lukwago J in World news March 7, 2025

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has announced that talks between the US and Ukraine will take place in Saudi Arabia next week, with hopes for a productive and significant meeting.

Despite not participating in the discussions himself, Zelensky stated that Kyiv is actively working towards achieving a swift and enduring peace.

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, emphasized the American team’s intention to engage in discussions aimed at establishing a framework for peace to help resolve the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Following a public disagreement between Zelensky and Trump at the White House last Friday, where Trump questioned Zelensky’s readiness to end the conflict, the US decided to temporarily suspend military aid to Ukraine and cease intelligence sharing.

Expressing regret over the incident, Zelensky has made efforts to mend relations with the US, Ukraine’s principal military supplier.

In a gesture of reconciliation, Zelensky sent a letter to Trump expressing apologies and gratitude, in the hopes of restoring positive relations. Amidst pressure on Zelensky to make concessions prior to peace talks, the Ukrainian president remains steadfast in seeking firm security assurances for Kyiv.

A call for global support and diplomatic efforts

Against the backdrop of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, which resulted in the control of approximately 20% of Ukrainian territory, Zelensky called for increased international pressure on Moscow to acknowledge the necessity of ending the conflict.

Referencing a proposed truce plan by French President Emmanuel Macron, Zelensky highlighted the importance of global efforts to facilitate peace and cease hostilities, particularly in regards to civilian infrastructure.

Zelensky’s social media posts following the crisis summit in Brussels underscored the resumption of work between Ukrainian and American teams, with anticipation for a substantial meeting in Saudi Arabia.

Emphasizing Ukraine’s unwavering pursuit of peace and attributing the continuation of the war to Russia, Zelensky reiterated the need for concerted international action to compel Moscow to embrace peace.

Navigating geopolitical challenges

As geopolitical tensions persist, Russia’s President Putin expressed a desire for a peace agreement that guarantees long-term stability for his country.

Amidst territorial disputes, including the annexation of Crimea in 2014, Russia’s stance on the conflict remains steadfast.

Concerns have been raised by Ukraine and its European allies regarding perceived shifts in US foreign policy towards Russia, particularly in light of Trump’s campaign promises to swiftly end the war.

While both the US and Russia have engaged in preliminary talks in Saudi Arabia without European or Ukrainian representation, the decision to halt military aid to Ukraine has been positioned by the Trump administration as a measure to incentivize Kyiv’s cooperation in the peace process.

The extent of US pressure on Moscow to make concessions remains undisclosed, as diplomatic efforts continue to navigate the complex dynamics of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

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