In a significant development, Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for long-term peace with Ukraine and expressed Russia’s openness to dialogue with US President Donald Trump regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
During a televised meeting with Russia’s Security Council, Putin emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of the crisis and achieving a lasting peace. “The goal should not be a short truce, not some kind of respite for regrouping forces and rearmament with the aim of subsequently continuing the conflict, but a long-term peace based on respect for the legitimate interests of all people, all nations that live in this region,” Putin stated.
Putin also congratulated President Trump on his inauguration and welcomed his desire to restore direct contacts between the US and Russia. “We are open to dialogue with the new US administration on the Ukrainian conflict,” Putin said.
This announcement comes as President Trump has pledged to bring a swift end to the war in Ukraine and has indicated that a meeting with Putin is being set up to discuss the conflict. The international community will be closely watching these developments as both leaders work towards a potential resolution to the ongoing crisis.