Lukashenko offers surprising peace talks venue amidst tensions
The world is watching the relationship between Ukraine and the USA following the incident at the White House and Donald Trump’s suspension of aid to Ukraine. Meanwhile, Lukashenko has come forward with a surprising proposal.
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko has proposed Minsk as a venue for peace talks, stating he is ready to host negotiations with Russia, Ukraine, and the United States, reports NEXTA.
- Don't pressure Zelensky—convince him. Come to Minsk, sit down, no noise, no shouting—we'll make a deal, he told American blogger Mario Nawfal.
Lukashenko claims that Washington and Moscow can be partners in global stability, calling it "essential for ending conflicts." "Lukashenko talks about peace—but Ukraine has seen what Belarusian 'neutrality' really means," notes NEXTA.
Donald Trump on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump, in his address to a joint session of Congress, did not announce the suspension of aid for Ukraine; his speech was much better for Ukraine than anticipated, media and politicians in the country commented on Wednesday.
"During the congressional address, Trump did not announce a suspension of military aid to Ukraine but reiterated that the United States has spent approximately $350 (CAD 504) billion, while Europe has only contributed $100 (CAD 144) billion," highlighted Radio Liberty's portal.
According to data from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, European countries have so far allocated approximately $138 (CAD 199) billion in support of Ukraine's war efforts, while the USA has provided about $119 (CAD 170) billion in military and humanitarian aid.
