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3 days ago
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Russia's envoy to UN lists ceasefire demands for Ukraine
Vasily Nebenzya, Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the United Nations, has stated that Russia is "in principle" ready to consider a ceasefire with Ukraine, but only if the other side takes reciprocal steps. Source: Russian media, citing Nebenzya in a speech Quote: "In principle, we are ready to consider the possibility of establishing a ceasefire regime, which could subsequently allow us to move towards a sustainable resolution of the root causes of the conflict. But for this, we must see reciprocal steps from the other side. For the duration of the ceasefire, at the very least, Western countries must stop supplying weapons to the Kyiv regime and Ukraine must halt mobilisation." Details: Nebenzya said that Russia is not satisfied with a scenario that would allow Ukraine to "catch its breath, lick its wounds and stop the collapse of the eastern front". Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
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3 days ago
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Russia may 'consider' ceasefire if Ukraine stops mobilization, arms deliveries, ambassador says
Russia is prepared to consider a ceasefire in its war against Ukraine, but only if Kyiv stops receiving Western weapons and halts mobilization, Vasily Nebenzya, Russia's envoy to the United Nations, said on May 30, according to the Russian state news agency TASS. "In principle, we are ready to consider the possibility of establishing a ceasefire, which would subsequently allow for a sustainable resolution of the root causes of the conflict," Nebenzya said at a U.N. Security Council meeting. Russia, a permanent member of the U.N. Security Council, convened the meeting to accuse European nations of undermining peace efforts. The Russian ambassador said that any ceasefire would require Western governments to end their support for Ukraine's armed forces. "During the ceasefire, it is essential that Western countries stop supplying weapons to the Kyiv regime (the Ukrainian government) and that Ukraine halt its mobilization," Nebenzya said. The statement comes just days ahead of the next round of peace talks in Istanbul on June 2. Despite the stated offer, Nebenzya also pledged that Moscow would "continue and intensify military operations for as long as necessary." Ukraine swiftly rejected the demand as disingenuous. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called the remarks a "slap in the face to all who advocate for peace," including countries like China and Brazil, which have pressed both sides to end the war. "When the entire world insists that it is time to stop the killing immediately and engage in meaningful diplomacy, Russia uses the highest fora to spew such belligerent rhetoric," Sybiha wrote on X. "We insist that the pressure on Moscow be increased already now. They do not understand normal attitude or diplomatic language; it is time to speak to them in the language of sanctions and increased support for Ukraine." Despite growing global calls for a truce, Russia has so far rejected Ukraine's U.S.-backed proposal for a full and unconditional ceasefire. The Kremlin has instead escalated its aerial assaults across Ukrainian territory and is reportedly preparing a new summer offensive. Moscow is expected to present a draft "ceasefire memorandum" at the June 2 talks in Istanbul. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on May 29 that the proposal would be delivered by Kremlin aide Vladimir Medinsky, who led Russia's delegation at the previous round of talks. President Volodymyr Zelensky's Chief of Staff Andriy Yermak said on May 29 that Kyiv is open to the talks but insists that Russia share the memorandum ahead of the meeting. According to Reuters, Moscow's demands for ending the war include Ukraine's withdrawal from four partially occupied regions, a pledge to abandon NATO ambitions, and the lifting of key Western sanctions — conditions Kyiv and its allies have categorically rejected. Read also: Ukraine attacks elite Russian unit base nearly 7,000km away in Vladivostok, source claims We've been working hard to bring you independent, locally-sourced news from Ukraine. Consider supporting the Kyiv Independent.
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3 days ago
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Ukraine's foreign minister calls for sanctions after Russia's UN threats
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called for a strong response to a statement by Russia's UN Ambassador Vasily Nebenzya, who has declared that Moscow intends to fight "as long as necessary". Source: Sybiha on X (Twitter), as reported by European Pravda Details: Sybiha drew attention to statements made by Nebenzya at a UN Security Council meeting, where he affirmed Russia's intention "to continue and step up military activities as long as necessary". "When the entire world insists that it is time to stop the killing immediately and engage in meaningful diplomacy, Russia uses the highest fora to spew such belligerent rhetoric," the Ukrainian foreign minister said. Sybiha called Nebenzya's words a "slap in the face to all who advocate for peace. Not just Ukraine but also the United States, European countries, China, Brazil, and others". "We demand a response to Russia's arrogant statements, which undermine the peace process," Sybiha emphasised. "We insist that the pressure on Moscow be increased already now. They do not understand normal attitude or diplomatic language; it is time to speak to them in the language of sanctions and increased support for Ukraine." Background: On Friday 30 May, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the United States, European countries and all allies to show greater resolve in confronting Russian aggression after another night of Russian attacks, particularly on Kharkiv. Amid recent Russian statements and increased aerial terror against Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has said he is considering additional sanctions against Russia. Yet Trump said recently that he is refraining from imposing sanctions on Russia because he believes it could "screw up" the making of a "deal". Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
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18-04-2025
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Russian envoy to UN says ceasefire in Ukraine 'unrealistic'
Russian ambassador to the United Nations, Vasily Nebenzya, said on Thursday that a ceasefire in the war in Ukraine is currently "unrealistic." Speaking in New York, Nebenzya said the failure of a limited ceasefire on energy infrastructure shows that a broader truce is not possible at the moment. "We had an attempt on a limited ceasefire on energy infrastructure, which was not observed by the Ukrainian side. So in these circumstances, to speak about [a] ceasefire is simply unrealistic at this stage," Nebenzya said. "We are not in a situation where we can seriously discuss a comprehensive ceasefire," he added. Russia accuses Ukraine of more than 80 violations of a limited 30-day ceasefire agreement that aimed to halt mutual attacks on energy infrastructure. The ceasefire, in its final day on Thursday, was announced unilaterally by Moscow on March 18 following a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump. Over the past 30 days, Russia has refrained from launching major strikes on Ukrainian power plants, although Ukrainian officials reported localized damage to the electricity supply due to Russian attacks. At the same time, Russian strikes of civilian areas increased, resulting in dozens of deaths since early April.
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18-04-2025
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Russia calls Ukraine ceasefire 'unrealistic' despite Trump's peace efforts
A full ceasefire in Ukraine is "unrealistic," Russia's U.N. Ambassador Vasily Nebenzya said during an April 17 briefing, challenging diplomatic efforts to halt the fighting. The statement came more than a month after Ukraine agreed to a full 30-day ceasefire proposal, introduced during earlier negotiations with the U.S. in Jeddah on March 11. "We had an attempt at a limited ceasefire on energy infrastructure facilities, which was not observed by the Ukrainian side," Nebenzya claimed, referring to a partial deal reached during U.S.-mediated talks in Riyadh on March 25. "Under the current circumstances, it is simply unrealistic to talk about a (full) ceasefire at this stage." After meeting with U.S. delegates on March 11, Kyiv accepted the full ceasefire deal on the condition that Russia would also halt hostilities and refrain from undermining Ukraine's defenses. Moscow refused, demanding a halt to foreign military aid and restrictions on the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Russia's rejection of the full truce has coincided with strikes on Ukrainian power infrastructure. According to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi, Moscow has violated the energy ceasefire more than 30 times since its announcement. The Kremlin denies the accusations. Its spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, claimed Russia continues to honor the agreement but "reserves the right" to abandon it if Ukraine fails to comply. Russia claims that it has been upholding a 30-day moratorium on strikes against energy facilities since a verbal agreement in a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump on March 18. This period lapsed on April 17, and Peskov said no decision has been made yet on the next steps. Kyiv has dismissed the March 18 truce announcement as a Kremlin propaganda stunt without any substance, saying Russian forces have continued attacking Ukrainian energy facilities since then. In turn, Russia accused Ukraine of targeting the Sudzha gas metering station in Kursk Oblast and other energy facilities — accusations that Kyiv has rejected — as Moscow seeks justifications to continue its attacks on Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky directed Defense Minister Rustem Umerov on March 28 to submit evidence of Russian violations to U.S. officials. Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed Moscow had sent a list of ceasefire breaches to the U.S., the U.N., and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). With U.S.-led diplomatic talks stalled, Russia continues to insist on maximalist demands, showing little readiness for a genuine peace agreement. Ukraine maintains it remains committed to a complete ceasefire if Russia agrees to reciprocate. Read also: US presents 'outlines of a durable, lasting peace' to Ukraine, Russia, Europe We've been working hard to bring you independent, locally-sourced news from Ukraine. Consider supporting the Kyiv Independent.
