Zelensky Arrives in Berlin Amidst Talks on Ukraine War and Russian Aggression

Ukraine's Stance on Peace and Territory

• 🇺🇦 President Zelensky reiterated that ceding any territory to Moscow is out of the question and vowed to remain in Donbas.
• 🎯 Ukraine's government stated that the temporary occupation of its territories does not make them part of Russia.
• 🕊️ The only effective approach to negotiations with Russia is framed as peace through force, emphasizing that concessions provoke further aggression.
• ⚖️ Fair and lasting peace can only be based on the UN statute and Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

International Reactions and Negotiations

• 💬 Zelensky expressed frustration at not participating in upcoming talks between President Trump and Vladimir Putin.
• 🤝 European allies, along with Zelensky, believe that a lasting peace cannot be secured without Ukraine at the negotiating table.
• ⚠️ The transcript highlights the ongoing grinding war of attrition and the looming threat of Russian missile strikes.
• 🌍 For civilians, the priority is to save lives and achieve peace, with some suggesting compromise if it leads to 100% peace.