Russia says open to Ukraine peace talks, but insists on achieving its ‘goals’
Global NewsSunday, July 20, 2025 at 3:45:12 PM
Russia says it's willing to talk peace with Ukraine—but only if Kyiv agrees to hand over the four regions Russia claims to have annexed in 2022, despite never fully controlling them. It’s a familiar demand, and one Ukraine has repeatedly rejected, calling it a non-starter for negotiations.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t really a new offer—it’s more of a repackaged ultimatum. Russia’s insisting on keeping land it took by force, while Ukraine (and much of the world) sees that as rewarding aggression. The sticking point remains the same: neither side is willing to budge on territory, which means the war grinds on. For now, "peace talks" sound more like posturing than progress.
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