Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a direct meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the G7 summit in France to discuss ending the four-year war, but reported that the Russian side was not prepared for dialogue.
Key points
- Zelenskyy stated that the United States and European partners supported the proposal for a meeting in Évian-les-Bains.
- The Ukrainian president is seeking additional air defense systems to protect against ongoing Russian strikes.
- At least 10 people were killed in recent Russian attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv, which occurred shortly after a call between Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Russia has previously rejected open letters from Zelenskyy regarding direct negotiations, claiming current Ukrainian drone strikes do not threaten its economy.
Why it matters
The failed diplomatic initiative underscores the continued deadlock in the four-year conflict, as Ukraine seeks international support for security guarantees while facing intensified military pressure.
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