Kyiv remains keen not to anger Beijing given its influence over Moscow, and Zelenskiy is open to a meeting
war, with calls for dialogue, respect for all countries’ territorial sovereignty, and an end to economic sanctions. It urged all parties to avoid nuclear escalation but critically did not suggest Russia withdraw its forces.
Zelenskiy appeared more restrained. “I believe the fact that China started talking about Ukraine is not bad. But the question is what follows the words,” he told reporters after China announced its peace proposal. Kyiv has since distanced itself from the peace blueprint by reiterating its official position that any talks would be contingent on the complete restoration of Ukraine’s territory.
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