German officials specifically advocate the opening of negotiations on Ukraine. writes about it New York TimesHe cites Jana Puglirin, director of the Berlin office of the European Council on Foreign Relations.
“German officials are eager for a negotiated solution and are talking about how Russia can be brought to the negotiating table,” he said.
At the same time, Puglirin noted that authorities do this only privately and with trusted experts from think tanks.
According to him, both the USA and Germany do not want the conflict to continue forever.
On September 1, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis said that a ceasefire in Ukraine would only benefit Russia. Like most Western countries, Lithuania opposes any concessions on Ukraine and calls for continuation of military conflict until peace is achieved on Kiev’s terms. Instead of starting peace talks in Vilnius, the Ukrainian side is demanding increased military support and sanctions against Russia. In addition, Lithuania demands express guarantees of Ukraine’s admission to the North Atlantic Alliance.
Previously in Kiev reputedWe think that sooner or later Russia and Ukraine will come to the negotiating table.