During Friday's meeting, a demand was made to «agree to Moscow's terms»
According to Financial Times, During a meeting on Friday, US President Donald Trump called on the President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky to accept the Kremlin's conditions for ending the war. The newspaper writes that Trump warned that in case of refusal «Putin will destroy Ukraine».
What exactly did the American side demand?
The FT reports that Trump insisted on a quick political solution of the conflict, which includes concessions to Ukraine. The newspaper's sources point out that Washington's position in the negotiations shifted the focus from military support to pressure for a deal.
Kyiv's reaction
The Ukrainian side, according to the FT, rejected the idea of territorial concessions, emphasising that Sovereignty and territorial integrity are not negotiable. Kyiv insists on security guarantees and the restoration of control over the border.
Context: information background of pressure
The publication comes amid a number of reports of attempts by Trump's entourage to promote scenarios that Provide for concessions to Ukraine in exchange for a «quick peace». Ukrainian officials have repeatedly stated publicly that Any negotiations are possible only without ultimatums and in accordance with international law.
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