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Zelenskyy: Peace Talks Progress Amid Intensified Russian Attacks

12/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says peace talks with Russia are progressing after a call with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
He cautioned that Russia's ongoing military actions contradict peace efforts.
He noted that nearly 90% of Ukraine's demands are reflected in U.S. proposals.
He emphasized the need for international support and thanked Norway for energy-security assistance.
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, complicating negotiations and keeping the situation tense.

History

Historical Context

The Minsk Agreements, initiated in 2014 and reinforced in 2015, aimed to cease hostilities in Eastern Ukraine amid escalating conflict following Russia's annexation of Crimea. Despite these efforts, fighting persisted, resulting in over 13,000 casualties. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's recent comments reflect ongoing diplomatic challenges, emphasizing the need for international support, as seen with Norway's assistance, to stabilize Ukraine against continued Russian aggression.

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Story summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says peace talks with Russia are progressing after a call with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
He cautioned that Russia's ongoing military actions contradict peace efforts.
He noted that nearly 90% of Ukraine's demands are reflected in U.S. proposals.
He emphasized the need for international support and thanked Norway for energy-security assistance.
Russia has intensified attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, complicating negotiations and keeping the situation tense.

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