Rubio: Cautious optimism for peace in war‑torn Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged that while there are grounds for cautious optimism about ending the war in Ukraine, the situation remains complex and challenging. He emphasized that both parties involved in the conflict must be prepared to make concessions.
What do you need to know?
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed cautious optimism about the war's end in Ukraine after a meeting of foreign ministers in Canada.
- President Donald Trump discussed territorial issues with Ukraine, including the future of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Station.
- National Security Advisor Mike Waltz confirmed that considerations are being made about conceding Donbas to Russia and excluding Ukraine from NATO.
Rubio on the prospects of ending the conflict
After the conclusion of the G7 foreign ministers summit in Canada, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed that although the situation in Ukraine is difficult, there are reasons for cautious optimism. Rubio noted that both sides of the conflict must make concessions, though he did not specify which ones exactly.
Rubio noted that while there is some justification for cautious optimism, the situation remains challenging and complex.
Will Ukraine relinquish occupied territories?
During talks with Ukraine, President Donald Trump raised territorial issues, including the future of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Station.
National Security Advisor Mike Waltz acknowledged in an interview with Fox News that a potential final agreement could involve ceding Donbas to Russia and keeping Ukraine out of NATO. He affirmed that these points were accurately stated and emphasized that discussions were actively occurring with both sides.
Striving for a ceasefire
Rubio highlighted that for negotiations to begin, it is necessary for the fighting to stop.
He emphasized that negotiating peace is extremely challenging while fighting and attacks continue. Therefore, the focus remains on efforts to minimize hostilities as much as possible.
The final statement from the G7 summit confirmed unwavering support for Ukraine, although it did not include a condemnation of Russian aggression. It also included a pledge of additional sanctions if Russia does not agree to a ceasefire.
