Russia declares it cannot negotiate with Ukraine yet

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on December 4 that there is currently no basis for negotiations on how to end the conflict in Ukraine.

According to Izvestia, Mr. Peskov said that a number of countries have offered to mediate Russia-Ukraine peace talks, including Qatar. Mr. Peskov expressed gratitude to all of the above countries for their goodwill.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kremlin spokesman Dmitry ( left )

Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky affirmed that the country may have to temporarily give up some territories controlled by Russia in exchange for joining NATO and ending the conflict. In response to the above developments, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis said on December 4: "If we want peace in Ukraine, we will have to provide security guarantees. There is no cheaper way to ensure security than NATO's Article 5."

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Regarding the war, President Zelensky on December 3 called for strengthening forces in areas in eastern Ukraine along the 1,000 km long front line, where the Russian army has recently made many advances. Mr. Zelensky emphasized that improving Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities, including boosting domestic weapons production, is a key factor in countering Russian attacks and protecting the lives of soldiers. Mr. Zelensky's statement took place in the context of Russia taking control of two more villages, including Romanovka in Donetsk and Novodarovka in the Zaporozhie region, according to Reuters.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/nga-tuyen-bo-chua-the-dam-phan-voi-ukraine-185241204192754575.htm