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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for an acceleration of peace negotiations, emphasizing the urgent need for a ceasefire and urging Russia to cease evading crucial decisions. “Everything must be done to achieve a ceasefire,” Zelenskyy stated,adding that “the Russian side must stop hiding from decisions.”
The president outlined key objectives for achieving lasting peace,including prisoner exchanges,the return of children,and an end to the ongoing hostilities. He stressed the necessity of a summit between leaders to solidify a genuine and enduring peace. “Ukraine is ready for such a meeting,” Zelenskyy affirmed.
Vadym Sarakhan/AP – Photo: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Attices parliament in Kyiv,