Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with four European leaders in Kyiv, urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to accept an unconditional 30-day ceasefire amid escalating tensions. The meeting aimed to reinforce a united front against Russia and included discussions on monitoring the ceasefire with U.S. support. Despite the call for peace, the Kremlin expressed skepticism over Europe's intentions, with spokesperson Dmitry Peskov describing the statements as contradictory and confrontational. The coalition seeks substantial diplomacy to end over three years of conflict, with key leaders appearing together for the first time in support of Ukraine.
Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a comprehensive ceasefireâair, sea, and landâthat could be monitored in collaboration with the USA, aiming for genuine diplomatic opportunities.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated the united call for Putin to demonstrate a commitment to peace, highlighting the potential for a 30-day ceasefire as a critical starting point.
Russian spokesperson Peskov noted the 'contradictory statements' from Europe and dismissed them as confrontational, indicating that the Kremlin sees little prospect of revived relations.
The coalition of European leaders involved in the discussions has vowed to support Ukraine in achieving a durable ceasefire after years of conflict with Russia.
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