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Russia Seeks Ironclad Guarantees in Ukraine Peace Deal
Moscow’s Key Demands
Russia insists that any peace agreement must include firm guarantees that Ukraine will remain neutral and be excluded from NATO membership. Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko stated that these conditions are crucial for long-term stability in the region.
Trump’s Ceasefire Proposal
U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing for a 30-day ceasefire, which Ukraine has accepted. Trump is expected to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon to negotiate further conditions.
Russia’s Opposition to NATO Presence
Moscow strongly opposes any NATO military or peacekeeping presence in Ukraine. Grushko warned that deploying NATO troops—even under different labels—would make them direct parties to the conflict. However, he mentioned that unarmed civilian observers might be considered after a peace deal is in place.
International Peacekeeping Proposals
Countries including Britain, France, and Australia have expressed willingness to send peacekeepers to Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Ukraine should decide on the deployment of peacekeeping forces, not Russia.
Security Concerns for the Region
Grushko emphasized that excluding Ukraine from NATO and preventing foreign military deployments are necessary steps to eliminate a key cause of the conflict and ensure broader regional security.
Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts
International leaders continue discussions on a ceasefire and potential peace agreements as efforts to end the conflict progress.
“Russia Seeks Ironclad Guarantees in Ukraine Peace Deal”