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On August 23, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with the Acting Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Dick Schoof. According to the president, drafts of security guarantees for Ukraine will be finalized within the coming days.
Key Points:
- Zelenskyy emphasized there is currently a genuine opportunity to bring the war to an end.
- To achieve this, the Ukrainian president intends to push for direct talks with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin.
Ukraine’s Allies Intensify Efforts on Security Guarantees
The head of state noted that diplomatic collaboration with partners and discussions in Washington were central topics of the latest negotiations.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy unequivocally stated that a real chance now exists to conclude this conflict.
Ukraine is prepared to take constructive measures that could advance tangible peace. However, Russia continues its attacks on our cities and shows no willingness to engage in peaceful dialogue. All recent signals from Moscow are being carefully analyzed.
The Ukrainian leader stressed that sustained international pressure is critical to shifting the Kremlin’s stance.
Zelenskyy made it clear he remains determined to secure a high-level meeting with Putin.
Security guarantees were addressed during the call. Teams from Ukraine, the U.S., and European partners are currently designing their framework, with final proposals expected in the near future. Discussions also covered ways for the Netherlands to deepen its participation in this initiative and bolster security assurances.
The Ukrainian president and Dutch Prime Minister additionally focused on joint initiatives, including investments in Ukraine’s defense industry.
