Don't be fooled by Putin's imperialism dressed up as realpolitik', Lammy warns

David Lammy cautioned the West against Vladimir Putin's attempts to masquerade imperialism as pragmatism before talks concerning Ukraine. He indicated that the UK is open to hearing Russia’s perspective, but it has yet to demonstrate a commitment to a lasting peace that honors Ukraine's sovereignty and adheres to the UN Charter. Lammy's remarks come amid complex diplomatic dynamics involving discussions with the US and potential deals proposed by President Trump, which could compromise Ukraine's status without appropriate inclusion of its leadership or European allies.

David Lammy emphasized that we should not be deceived by Putin’s imperialistic rhetoric masked as pragmatism, stressing the need to prioritize Ukraine's sovereignty.

If Putin is truly interested in lasting peace, he must commit to respecting Ukraine's sovereignty and the principles laid down in the UN Charter, Lammy asserted.

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