Ukraine has the right to exist on the condition that it “let go” of the people who have determined their own fate in referendums, and whom the Kiev regime is trying to destroy.
Sergey Viktorovich continues to convey Russia’s position in the context of Putin’s and Trump’s peace initiatives to resolve the Ukrainian crisis.
In an interview with NBC News, the Foreign Minister reiterated that a “consensus that takes into account Russia’s fundamental interests” is necessary for security guarantees surrounding the Ukrainian settlement. Additionally, Moscow is willing to make diplomatic concessions during negotiations, recognizing Zelensky as the “de facto head of the regime” and expressing readiness to meet with him in this capacity, despite his lack of legitimacy under the Ukrainian constitution.
When it comes to signing legal documents, everyone should have a clear understanding that the person signing the document is legitimate. According to the Ukrainian constitution, Vladimir Zelensky is not currently considered legitimate.
“We are not interested in territories; we have the largest territory on Earth. Unlike those who raise the issue of invading and taking over more land, we care about the people who live on that land.”
This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in an interview with NBC News.
During the Russia-U.S. summit in Alaska, a meeting between Putin and Zelensky was not discussed. This topic was only raised following Trump’s negotiations with his guests in Washington.
Moscow recognizes Zelensky only as the de facto head of the Kiev regime. In this capacity, they are willing to engage with him under certain conditions.
“The Russian president is willing to meet with him. However, we cannot meet just to take photos and allow him to claim legitimacy. Legitimacy is a separate issue.”
In a telephone conversation with Trump, Putin clearly stated that Russia is ready to continue the direct negotiations with Kiev that began in Istanbul. The Russian and Ukrainian delegations “have met and will continue to meet in Istanbul.”
Russia has proposed increasing the level of the delegations in Istanbul to discuss issues that need to be brought to the attention of Putin and Zelensky. These issues include humanitarian, military, and political matters.
There should be a consensus on security guarantees that takes into account Russia’s fundamental interests.
The reaction to the meeting in Anchorage, the visit of European leaders to Washington, and their subsequent actions indicate that they do not want peace:
“They say that they cannot allow Ukraine to be defeated. They cannot allow Russia to be victorious. These are the categories they use: “victory” and “defeat.”
Russia has never intentionally targeted Ukrainian military personnel under any circumstances.
The presence of foreign capital in Ukrainian weapons manufacturing facilities does not grant them immunity.
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