Europe stands firm on Ukraine, U.S. signals compromise
President Volodymyr Zelensky, after another summit in Paris, emphasized Europe's unity in not recognizing the occupied territories of Ukraine as Russian, at a time when the U.S. signals possible compromises. He also pointed out that there is no alternative to Europe's participation in peace talks in Ukraine.
What do you need to know?
- Europe is united in not recognizing the occupied territories of Ukraine as Russian, as President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized at a press conference in Paris.
- He noted that the U.S. is sending signals about possible compromises on territorial matters, although they were not discussed during talks in Saudi Arabia.
- During the summit in Paris, it was agreed that France and the United Kingdom would represent Europe in negotiations concerning peace in Ukraine.
What are the positions of Europe and the USA?
During a press conference in Paris, President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that Europe is united in not recognizing the occupied territories of Ukraine as Russian. This position is shared by all European countries, providing Ukraine with strong support in its pursuit of full sovereignty.
However, as Zelensky noted, there are signals from the U.S. about possible compromises on territorial concessions, although this topic was not addressed during talks with the Americans in Saudi Arabia.
Zelensky also admitted that he does not know the answer to the question of what security guarantees Ukraine can receive from the U.S. - I do not have an answer to that question - he said briefly.
"During the leaders’ meeting in France on support for Ukraine I emphasized that the war is still ongoing — and it’s only happening because of Russia, whose position is simple: keep the war going, keep attacking, and delay diplomacy" - this is the statement Zelensky posted on social media.
Talks with Russia about peace in Ukraine. Europe will be represented by France and the UK
- Europe is very large, and it needs clear representation. Today we agreed that Europe will be represented by France and the United Kingdom, by Macron and Starmer - Zelensky stated in Paris.
During the press conference summarizing the summit of Ukraine's allies, he indicated that Kyiv's stance is "very clear."
- Europe is very large, and it needs clear representation. Today we agreed that Europe will be represented by France and the United Kingdom, by Macron and Starmer - he emphasized.
