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Russian negotiator Medinsky reveals Ukraine's 30/60-day ceasefire bid for leader talks. Russia ready for June 7-9 prisoner swap and hints at Putin-Zelenskyy summit if "properly prepared"
Hopes for de-escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine have received a cautious boost, with Russian presidential aide and chief negotiator Vladimir Medinsky outlining key developments following recent talks in Istanbul. Medinsky, whose comments were reported by the TASS Russian news agency, indicated a willingness from Moscow on a prisoner exchange and clarified Russia's stance on a potential leaders' summit.
According to Medinsky, Ukraine proposed a temporary ceasefire of either 30 or 60 days during the Istanbul discussions. The stated purpose of this proposed halt in hostilities was to facilitate preparations for a high-level meeting between the leaders of Russia and Ukraine. This suggestion signals a continued, albeit fragile, diplomatic channel between the warring nations.
In a more immediate and concrete development, Medinsky announced Russia's readiness to commence a prisoner swap with Ukraine. The proposed timeframe for this exchange is set for June 7-9, offering a tangible step towards resolving a pressing humanitarian issue. Such an exchange, if it materialises, would be a significant indicator of cooperation despite the deep-seated animosity.
Regarding the highly anticipated direct talks between the heads of state, Medinsky conveyed President Vladimir Putin’s position. The Russian leader believes that a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart is indeed possible, but only if it is "properly prepared." This caveat suggests that Moscow views a leaders' summit not as an immediate solution, but as the culmination of sustained diplomatic groundwork.
The statements from Medinsky come as international efforts continue to seek a peaceful resolution to the protracted conflict. While the path to peace remains fraught with challenges, these latest reports from TASS suggest that back-channel discussions are yielding at least some potential avenues for de-escalation and humanitarian gestures. The focus now shifts to whether the proposed ceasefire and prisoner swap will come to fruition, potentially paving the way for more substantive negotiations in the future.
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