Zelenskiy says Kyiv ready for peace talks, but will not cede territory
Summary
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy states readiness for peace talks but refuses to cede territory, rejecting Moscow's demands and calling for international support.
Key Points
- Ukraine is willing to engage in peace talks but will not withdraw troops or cede territory as demanded by Russia.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy rejects holding talks in Russia or Belarus and expresses cautious willingness for talks in Hungary.
- A planned US-Russia summit in Budapest was postponed after Russia insisted Ukraine cede more territory as a ceasefire condition.
- Zelenskiy calls for tougher US sanctions on Russia and highlights Ukraine's need for sustained financial support from European allies.
