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Ukraine Urges Trump to Broker Peace Talks with Russia

2/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha calls for direct talks between Ukrainian and Russian leaders to resolve issues in peace negotiations.
He says only U.S. President Donald Trump has leverage to broker a deal and urges swift action before the U.S. midterm elections.
Major obstacles remain as Russia demands Ukraine cede Donetsk parts and Ukraine seeks control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, with a U.S. June deadline adding pressure.

History

Historical Context

The Minsk Agreements, signed in 2015, aimed to resolve the ongoing conflict in Eastern Ukraine, following the initial Minsk Protocol of 2014. Despite establishing a ceasefire and outlining measures for peace, the agreements failed to halt hostilities, leading to continued instability. As of 2023, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha's call for renewed talks underscores the unresolved territorial disputes over Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia.

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Story summary

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha calls for direct talks between Ukrainian and Russian leaders to resolve issues in peace negotiations.
He says only U.S. President Donald Trump has leverage to broker a deal and urges swift action before the U.S. midterm elections.
Major obstacles remain as Russia demands Ukraine cede Donetsk parts and Ukraine seeks control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, with a U.S. June deadline adding pressure.

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