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Ukraine's Zelenskyy sends open letter to Putin, proposing direct meeting to end war

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sent an open letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin proposing a direct meeting to end the four-year war.
  • Zelenskyy warned that Kyiv is prepared to continue fighting if an agreement cannot be reached, suggesting Putin's personal standing could be at risk if the war persists.
  • The proposal, which includes a call for a comprehensive ceasefire, has been sent to other countries, including the United States, and Ukraine awaits a meaningful response from Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has directly appealed to Russian President Vladimir Putin to meet and negotiate an end to the more than four-year-old war, warning that Kyiv is ready to fight on if no agreement is reached.

The path to peace must begin at the front lines, where diplomacy must unfold.

— Volodymyr ZelenskyyIn his open letter to Vladimir Putin, outlining the conditions for potential negotiations.

In an open letter, Zelenskyy suggested that most Russians are tired of the conflict and are ready for peace. He emphasized that the path to peace must begin at the front lines, where diplomacy should commence. The Ukrainian president reiterated his country's call for a comprehensive ceasefire during negotiations, a standard international practice, and proposed setting a clear date for a meeting between the two leaders.

Don't be afraid to embark on the path to ending the war. This is the main appeal to you now.

— Volodymyr ZelenskyyUrging Putin to consider peace negotiations.

Zelenskyy proposed potential meeting locations such as Switzerland, Turkey, or Arab nations, historically known for hosting peace talks. He urged Putin not to fear pursuing peace, stating, "I propose a meeting... If you personally still do not consider it time to end the war, Ukraine will continue to fight for its survival." He also hinted that the prolonged conflict could jeopardize Putin's personal position, noting that "when the Russian people are tired, change comes."

I propose a meeting... If you personally still do not consider it time to end the war, Ukraine will continue to fight for its survival.

— Volodymyr ZelenskyyDirectly inviting Putin to a meeting and stating Ukraine's resolve.

The Kremlin confirmed receipt of the letter and stated it would be presented to Putin. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed the letter would be delivered through formal diplomatic channels, describing it as a "serious and substantive proposal to end the war" with clear steps and a personal invitation to Putin. Ukraine anticipates a meaningful response, emphasizing that "now is the time to end this war and choose peace."

It is a known fact in Russian history, which you know very well: change comes when the Russian people are tired.

— Volodymyr ZelenskyyHinting at potential consequences for Putin's leadership if the war continues.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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