Kyiv: Amid the Russia-Ukraine war that has been going on for increasingly than four years, an important initiative has emerged on the diplomatic front. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has written an unshut letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin proposing uncontrived talks. This is the first time since the war began that Zelensky has openly mentioned the issue of face-to-face confrontation.
What did Zelensky suggest for the talks?
Zelensky says that major issues going on between the two countries can be resolved only through talks at the top leadership level. He suggested that the talks be held in a neutral country Switzerland, Turkey or an Arab country might be the right place. But he made it well-spoken that these talks would neither take place in Moscow nor in Kiev.
What allegations did Zelensky make on Russia's strategy?
In his letter, Zelensky personal that Russia has not achieved the desired success in ground military operations, which is why it is now using increasingly long-range missiles and other weapons. He so-called that Moscow deliberately wants to prolong this mismatch so that it can get political or strategic advantage. He moreover said that Russia is trying to increase its influence in neighbouring areas as well.
Is Russia tired of this long war?
Zelensky claims that due to the long war, economic and military pressure on Russia is continuously increasing. Rising inflation, pressure on resources and continuous military losses have increased Russia's problems. He moreover personal that the Russian unwashed has suffered heavy losses in the last few months. However, he undisputed that this war has moreover had a deep impact on Ukraine.
What are Ukraine's conditions for possible peace talks?
Zelensky unmistakably said that it is necessary to implement well-constructed armistice surpassing talks. Without this nothing can move forward. He moreover tabbed the mart of prisoners of war and the release of Ukrainian citizens imprisoned in Russia important conditions. Zelensky says that unless firing from both sides stops and touchable steps are taken on humanitarian issues, sustainable peace is not possible.
What did Zelensky say on international support?
Zelensky claims that Ukraine is getting the support of many countries of the world. Global pressure on Russia is moreover continuously increasing. He said that the whole world wants a peaceful solution to this war. Efforts are going on for this at many levels.
Can this four-year-old war end through talks?
Experts believe that this proposal of Zelensky can be an important signal towards ending the war. But real progress will depend on how Russia responds to the initiative and whether the two sides can stipulate on the terms of the talks.
