The article discusses Russia's proposal for a limited ceasefire in the conflict with Ukraine, with a significant condition that military aid to Kyiv must cease. European leaders dismissed Russia's demands, reinforcing their commitment to continue military support for Ukraine. The Kremlin's acceptance of a limited ceasefire, which includes halting attacks on energy infrastructure and prisoner exchanges, does not eliminate skepticism about the prospects for peace. Various leaders reiterated Ukraine's right to pursue NATO and EU membership, crucial to the negotiation landscape ahead.
Moscow's insistence on halting military aid to Kyiv to enable a 30-day ceasefire was met with skepticism from European leaders, who continue to support Ukraine.
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius described Russia’s demand for cessation of military aid to Ukraine as "unacceptable," aligning with other EU leaders in their commitment to support.
The limited ceasefire proposal accepted by Moscow focuses on halting attacks on energy infrastructure, but fails to guarantee peace as military aid to Ukraine remains.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb expressed the need for Ukraine to define its negotiating position, asserting the importance of Kyiv’s desire to pursue EU and NATO membership.
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