In public letter, Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls on Putin for direct negotiations in a neutral country - AP News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a public letter calling for direct negotiations with Vladimir Putin in a neutral country. While the U.S. has expressed support for the idea of talks, Putin has rejected the offer.
Why it matters
This represents a significant diplomatic shift in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, occurring amidst changing U.S. political priorities.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks to journalists during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka)
The article reports on diplomatic statements from multiple parties without taking a side.
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