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Zelensky discusses ceasefire plans with NATO Secretary General
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke on the phone with the newly appointed NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte. They discussed security issues, steps to deter Russian aggression, and the format of negotiations on a possible ceasefire.
Zelensky wrote about this on X on Wednesday, May 21.
Here's what we know about the conversation between Zelensky and Rutte
Zelensky informed Rutte about his recent interactions with international partners and shared his thoughts on the formats and platforms Ukraine is considering to continue dialogue with Russia.
They also discussed the pressure of sanctions on Moscow. According to Zelensky, only coordinated decisions can have a real impact on Russia. The president emphasized that achieving a just peace requires consistent pressure, a fact that everyone realizes.
They also discussed further cooperation between Ukraine and NATO, as well as the preparation of the next joint meetings. Zelensky and Rutte agreed to maintain constant communication.
I held a conversation with @SecGenNATO Mark Rutte.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) May 21, 2025
We discussed the current situation, our joint next steps, and the necessity of applying pressure on Russia. I shared details of recent engagements with partners and outlined the formats and platforms we are considering for… pic.twitter.com/EFEEN1Q4dY
Previously, on Wednesday, May 21, an unidentified armed man shot dead the former Ukrainian politician Andriy Portnov in Madrid. The murder took place at the gates of the American School in the wealthy neighborhood of the Spanish capital.
As a reminder, in the United States, the bipartisan group of senators led by Chuck Grassley and Amy Klobuchar introduced the resolution. It emphasizes that the return of illegally taken Ukrainian children should be a prerequisite for any peace deal with Russia.
