Zelensky requests summit with Putin to restart stalled peace talks

Apr 22, 2026, 4:14:56 PM UTC(18 hours ago)

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President Zelensky has expressed readiness to meet Vladimir Putin directly to kickstart negotiations as the war enters a critical phase in 2026
The unblocking of a 90 billion euro European Union loan to Kyiv is being viewed by Ukrainian officials as a vital signal for stability during potential talks
Ukraine has completed repairs on the Druzhba oil pipeline to remove obstacles for EU financial support and signal a willingness to stabilize energy transit
Market analysts note that the potential for renewed dialogue has created new momentum following recent political shifts in the European Union
Experts remain skeptical of an immediate breakthrough despite the offer for talks in any format due to ongoing shortages in missile interceptors

ZELENSKIY SAYS UKRAINE READY FOR TALKS WITH RUSSIA IN ANY FORMAT, ANY MOMENT