Vladimir Putin stalls peace talks and escalates the fight, continuing to destroy Ukraine
This opinion was expressed by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock during a joint press conference with her Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sybiha in Kyiv.
She highlighted Ukraine’s readiness for peace. The only one not engaging in this, according to Baerbock, is Russian President Vladimir Putin, who adheres to strategies of further destruction.
"Unfortunately, nothing has changed in this regard. Destruction was the goal at the table in Jeddah. Otherwise, we cannot explain why there was another attack on energy infrastructure in Kharkiv, despite an agreement not to attack it. It is important to keep in mind during these negotiations that Putin is stalling and trying to back out of the talks while escalating the fight and attacking homes. Putin cannot be trusted," the minister stated.
Baerbock added that real peace will only be possible when the Russian leader realizes he cannot win this war and that his destruction efforts are failing.
She further mentioned that Europeans understand this and are discussing lasting peace and a strong Ukraine. It is also clear to Europeans that there can be no lifting of sanctions without peace, she assured.
