Ukraine's Top Diplomat Exposes Russia's Ceasefire Rejection

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Rejecting Ceasefire Proposals ISTANBUL, TURKEY – Following the second round of peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister, Sergiy Kyslytsya, delivered a press conference revealing that Russia had consistently dismissed proposals for a prolonged ceasefire. "Russia continues to reject the notion of an unconditional ceasefire," Kyslytsya stated, emphasizing the lack of progress in peace talks. The video footage shows Kyslytsya's direct address to the press, giving viewers a clear understanding of Ukraine's perspective on the ongoing negotiations. Kyslytsya's statement underscores the challenges in achieving peace, highlighting the significant obstacles presented by Russia's stance. The Ukrainian delegation's proposals, which were submitted in written form, remain unanswered, indicating a lack of commitment from the Russian side to a peaceful resolution. The lack of a response from Russia suggests that the conflict may continue for the foreseeable future. However, the continued engagement in peace talks offers a glimmer of hope for a potential end to the conflict.