Ukraine Urges Acceleration of Peace Talks, Only Trump Can Broker Deal

Ukraine Urges Acceleration of Peace Talks, Says Only Trump Can Broker Deal

The Ukrainian and US national flags fly outside a building in Kyiv as the country urges accelerated peace talks. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized that only Donald Trump can broker a deal between Ukraine and Russia. With momentum in US-brokered talks, Kyiv aims to capitalize on this opportunity before political campaigns in November.

Key Points:

Russia demands control over 20% of Donetsk, while Ukraine resists, highlighting the divided positions. A prisoner swap marked a rare breakthrough in Abu Dhabi talks this week.

Zelenskyy proposes US-mediated talks in Miami next week and discusses a potential referendum alongside May elections.

Ukraine seeks Western security guarantees post-ceasefire to deter future Russian aggression, with the US ready to provide support without deploying troops.

Sybiha emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and principles like non-recognition of Russian claims over Crimea and Donbas.