Lithuanian president warns of Russian 'smokescreen' in Ukraine
The President of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, warns that Russian proposals to freeze the front line in Ukraine are a trap for Kyiv and the West. According to him, the Kremlin uses smokescreens to buy time.
Gitanas Nausėda expressed his concerns regarding Russia's proposals to freeze the front line in Ukraine. In a press interview, he emphasised that the Kremlin's actions are a smokescreen and a trap set for Kyiv and the West.
Nausėda noted that Russia has long been using a strategy of deceit and manipulation aimed at ensnaring opponents. "It's a continuous process of smokescreens, deceit, and ensnaring that Russia started a long time ago," said the President of Lithuania. In his view, Moscow's goal is to play for time, and time is perceived by Russia as an ally.
The President of Lithuania pointed out that Russia might be waiting for the NATO summit in June in The Hague to assess the West’s unity and the alliance’s ability to make joint decisions. "Russia will go as far as it is allowed to," warned Nausėda.
Diplomatic meetings in London
On Wednesday in London, a meeting took place between Ukrainian delegations and representatives of the United Kingdom, France, and the USA, concerning a ceasefire in Russia’s war with Ukraine. Meanwhile, the British "Financial Times" reported that Vladimir Putin proposed halting the invasion at the current front line and presented other conditions for achieving peace.
Zelensky's appeal for ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for an immediate ceasefire with Russia. He conveyed his position via the Telegram messenger, emphasising that Ukraine is ready for talks and is not placing any obstacles in this matter. Zelensky noted that the proposal for a ceasefire, which was made after Easter, is still valid.
