Russia-Ukraine Agreement Draft Could Serve as Starting Point for Peace Talks, Kremlin Says
In a press conference on Friday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that a draft Russia-Ukraine agreement negotiated in 2022 may be used as a foundation for potential talks to end the conflict in Ukraine. Peskov emphasized that while the draft document discussed in Istanbul could be a starting point, any future negotiations would have to consider the “new realities” of the situation.
Putin Mocks Prospective Ukraine Peace Talks
Following Peskov’s statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin made comments on Thursday mocking the upcoming Ukraine peace talks hosted by Switzerland in June. Putin warned that Russia would not accept any enforced peace plans and criticized the perceived exclusion of Russia from the talks.
Switzerland Hosts Peace Conference Amid Ongoing Conflict
Switzerland announced plans to host a high-level international conference in June aimed at finding a path to peace in Ukraine after years of conflict. Despite not being invited to the talks, Putin highlighted Switzerland’s acknowledgment that a peace process involving Russia is essential.
Russia Dismisses Zelenskyy’s Peace Formula
Russia has rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s peace proposal, which includes demands for troop withdrawal, compensation, and facing an international tribunal. Putin reiterated Russia’s willingness to negotiate but emphasized the need for realistic and feasible solutions.
Russian Airstrike Targets Kyiv Power Plant
A recent Russian airstrike took out a major power plant in Kyiv, further damaging Ukraine’s civilian energy infrastructure. The attack on the Trypillia Thermal Power Plant in Ukrainka was part of a series of strikes aimed at crippling Ukraine’s economy and daily life.
