Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated that Kyiv will not accept a frozen resolution to the conflict on Ukrainian soil. He stated this during a speech to the Verkhovna Rada commemorating Ukraine’s Constitution Day, underscoring a firm commitment to active diplomacy rather than a stalemate that could leave volatile security arrangements in place. The remarks reflect Kyiv’s stance amid ongoing discussions around peace proposals supported by a diverse group of countries, many of which have endorsed the broader framework commonly referred to as a peace formula designed to end the war while safeguarding Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
According to Zelensky, the international community has shown significant backing for a comprehensive peace plan. He emphasized that any durable settlement must address key guarantees for Ukraine, including secure borders and credible security assurances for its people and institutions. The president highlighted that a practical peace process would require verifiable steps across multiple fronts, including humanitarian relief, detainee exchanges, and the restoration of essential services, all conducted within the framework of international law.
Historical context remains central to current discussions. In November 2022, Zelensky outlined a ten-point peace formula during a major international summit, presenting a roadmap that envisions restoring Ukraine’s borders to their status before the 2014 and 2022 disruptions, enabling exchanges of prisoners on a comprehensive basis, and ensuring energy, food, and nuclear security as part of a stable, rules-based security environment. Such points have continued to shape discourse among Kyiv’s allies and partners as they assess the feasibility and components of a lasting settlement.
In parallel, the war arc began earlier with Russia asserting the need to respond to what it described as a request for assistance from separatist authorities in the so-called LPR and DPR. On that February day, Russian leadership announced a special military operation aimed at achieving strategic objectives, a move that triggered broad international sanctions and a realignment of diplomatic and economic relations with Russia by the United States and allied nations. The conflict has since evolved into a protracted confrontation with wide-ranging humanitarian and geopolitical consequences that communities across North America have followed closely on the global stage.
News outlets tracking the course of events have continued to monitor statements from Kyiv regarding readiness to negotiate within the peace formula framework, while also weighing the prospects for additional diplomatic channels. Observers note that the path toward a durable resolution requires careful coordination among Kyiv, Moscow, and international mediators, along with sustained pressure to respect international norms and protect civilian lives. The evolving narrative keeps analysts focused on the balance between maintaining deterrents and pursuing dialogue that can lead to concrete, verifiable progress for all parties involved. (Source: TASS)