“We must establish peace in such a way that [Vladimir] Putin can no longer break it, a peace that is not just a pause, but a real and lasting peace,” said the Ukrainian president during a meeting of officials from ten European countries in Tallinn, Estonia.
Published on 17/12/2024 16:05
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on Tuesday, December 17, to “lasting peace” in Ukraine during a meeting of officials from ten European countries in Tallinn, Estonia, estimating that the war could end next year. “We all understand that next year could be the year this war ends, and we must make sure that is the case,” he said.
“We must establish peace in such a way that [Vladimir] Putin can no longer break it, a peace that is not just a pause, but a real and lasting peace.” insisted the Ukrainian president during a video statement to participants of the meeting of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF). This coalition of 10 countries is led by the United Kingdom, and includes countries from northern Europe. “A comprehensive, just and lasting peace requires the full and unconditional withdrawal of all Russian forces and military assets from the entire territory of Ukraine, within its internationally recognized borders”they said in the press release.
Information on the organization of peace talks has multiplied, particularly since the election of Donald Trump to the White House. The US president-elect has vowed to push for a quick deal to end the conflict as soon as he takes office on January 20. This desire is causing concern in kyiv and in Europe, where there are fears that Ukraine will be pushed to make concessions to Moscow.
