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Diplomatic efforts have been frozen for months, with no substantive negotiations underway. Despite Moscow's vague proposals—such as a "memorandum"—Ukraine insists that a 30-day ceasefire must come first before any meaningful dialogue can resume. Meanwhile, Russian forces continue their offensive, launching new drone attacks and engaging in military actions deep within Ukrainian territory.
Ukrainian leader Zelensky condemned the ongoing strikes, warning that Russia acts with near-impunity and emphasizing that force remains the only deterrent Moscow respects. He appealed directly to Western powers, urging the US and Europe to impose a blockade on Russian finances and trade in Russian oil to contain Moscow’s aggression.