NATO ministers, particularly from Estonia and the Netherlands, expressed strong disapproval of Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to send lower-ranked officials to peace talks in Turkey, suggesting it undermines the seriousness of the negotiations. Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna described the move as a "slap in the face" for Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy labeled the delegation as "theatrical" and coordinated, indicating a lack of substantial intent from Russia in the talks, despite Putin's openness to negotiations without preconditions. The ongoing war in Ukraine, initiated in February 2022, continues to fuel global tensions.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna called Putin's delegation a "slap in the face for Ukraine and for all of us." He emphasized that Putin is not taking this opportunity seriously and urged continued support for Ukraine.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the Russian delegation as "theatrical" and "decorative," underscoring that his presence in Turkey sends a clear message to Putin about urgency in negotiations.
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