Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, has engaged in discussions with representatives from various European countries in an effort to facilitate a ceasefire process. Yermak met with officials from the European Union institutions, Northern Europe, the Baltic states, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to discuss President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s willingness to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Türkiye. During the talks, Yermak expressed Ukraine’s commitment to achieving a ceasefire and initiating negotiations for a lasting peace, emphasizing the country’s constructive stance.

Yermak also informed the attendees about a recent meeting in Kyiv involving leaders from Ukraine, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Poland, where details of a Joint Statement on the ceasefire, starting on May 12, were discussed. He extended gratitude to diplomatic advisors from France, the United Kingdom, and Germany for their leaders’ successful visit to Ukraine and the productive Coalition of the Willing meeting. The Ukrainian side collaborated with its European partners to plan the next steps in the peace process.

The discussions between Andriy Yermak and European representatives signify a concerted effort to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and work towards establishing a peaceful resolution. The coordination with key European partners highlights Ukraine’s commitment to engaging diplomatically to achieve stability in the region. For more information, visit the official website of the President of Ukraine.