Andrii Yermak, head of the Ukrainian President’s Office, outlined Ukraine’s non-negotiable red lines regarding its military and territorial integrity during talks with the US in Saudi Arabia. He proposed a 30-day ceasefire, alongside humanitarian measures, emphasizing the need for monitoring mechanisms.
Andrii Yermak, the Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office, recently participated in peace talks in Saudi Arabia, where he delineated Ukraine’s non-negotiable red lines to the United States. During the discussions, he emphasized that Ukraine will not entertain the notions of adopting a neutral status or reducing the size of its Armed Forces, and will not recognize any temporarily occupied territories as belonging to Russia.
In addition to establishing these firm positions, Yermak proposed a 30-day ceasefire, alongside terms for the exchange of prisoners of war, the release of civilians, and the return of deported children during the Jeddah meetings. He underscored the necessity for clear mechanisms and expert oversight to ensure effective monitoring of the ceasefire.
Following these discussions on March 11 at the Jeddah talks, Ukraine expressed its willingness to engage in a 30-day ceasefire, contingent upon Russia’s compliance with the same terms.
The recent discussions between Ukrainian officials and the United States in Saudi Arabia revealed Ukraine’s firm stance on critical issues concerning its sovereignty and military capacity. Chief Andrii Yermak’s commitment to non-negotiable terms, along with proposals for a ceasefire and humanitarian exchanges, outlines Ukraine’s position in the ongoing conflict. The establishment of clear monitoring mechanisms for any ceasefire highlights the complexity of achieving lasting peace in the region.
Original Source: www.pravda.com.ua
