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Estonia, Ukraine Unite Against Crimea's Russian Recognition

4/23/2025

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Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas fiercely opposed recognizing Crimea as Russian territory, calling it a dangerous reward for Moscow's illegal actions. She urged the U.S. to hold Russia accountable. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelensky firmly rejected any acknowledgment of Crimea's status in peace talks, asserting it is and will always be Ukrainian land. Conversations are ongoing in London after recent discussions in Paris.

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Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas fiercely opposed recognizing Crimea as Russian territory, calling it a dangerous reward for Moscow's illegal actions. She urged the U.S. to hold Russia accountable. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelensky firmly rejected any acknowledgment of Crimea's status in peace talks, asserting it is and will always be Ukrainian land. Conversations are ongoing in London after recent discussions in Paris.