Kremlin claims openness to negotiations despite "legitimacy issues" with Zelenskyy
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Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:30:02 +0200
The Kremlin stated that Moscow remain open to negotiations despite concerns regarding the legitimacy of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Source Kremlinaligned media RIA Novosti, citing Dmitry Peskov, spokesman for Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Quote from Peskov We must fully understand what is happening.
Our analysis, which has been repeatedly highlighted by President Putin, shows that Mr.
Zelenskyy faces significant de jure legitimacy issues.
However, despite this, Russia remains open to negotiations.
Details He added that Ukraines willingness to engage in dialogue must be based on something.
Quote Readiness must be grounded in something both readiness and willingness.
It cant be based on a legislative ban preventing Zelenskyy from negotiating.
Therefore, for now, its impossible to view this as anything other than empty words. He also claimed that the dynamics of the war suggest the interest in negotiations should come from Ukraine.
Quote The situation on the ground, the course of the special military operation as Russia calls its war against Ukraine ed., clearly indicates that it is Kyiv that must first demonstrate openness and interest in such negotiations.
Asked whether Putin considers Zelenskyy his enemy, the Kremlin spokesperson replied that in this situation, there should be no place for emotions.
Background Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he would be willing to negotiate with Vladimir Putin if it were the only way to bring peace to Ukrainians. Zelenskyy emphasised, however, that his personal feelings towards the Russian leader were irrelevant.
I consider him an enemy, and frankly, I believe he considers me an enemy as well.
In the fall of 2022, after Russia incorporated the annexation of four Ukrainian regions into its constitution, Ukraine imposed a ban on direct negotiations with Putin.
Additionally, Ukrainian law prohibits holding elections during a state of martial law.
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