Russia Ukraine piece talks: Indications are that Russia will demand either unconditional surrender or abandonment of NATO or EU membership. But the world is watching to see if Ukraine will agree.
Belarus, First Published Feb 28, 2022, 5:40 PM IST
RRussia Ukraine’s crucial talks begin in Belarus. Peace talks are being held on the Belarusian border. The Ukrainian delegation is led by Defense Minister Oleksi Resnikov. News agencies reported that Russia was ready for the deal. Ukraine has also made it clear that Russian withdrawal will be the main agenda. The two delegations arrived by helicopter. Earlier, it was reported that Indian time would start at 2.30 pm. Later the time was changed for security reasons. Russia has made it clear that it will not say in advance what it will say in the talks. Indications are that Russia will demand unconditional surrender and either abandon the NATO or EU membership requirement. But the world is watching to see if Ukraine will agree.
Things are now peace talks on the one hand and aggression on the other. Russia launches missile strike on Ukrainian city of Chernihiv The bomber struck shortly after noon in front of a police station in the northern city of Chernihiv. Kiev and Kharkiv were attacked last night and this morning. Kiev and Kharkiv remain undefeated as Russia continues to attack. President Vladimir Selinsky said that the difficult Sunday had passed and that the next 24 hours would be crucial for Ukraine.
Meanwhile, Belarusian forces have reportedly decided to join forces with Russia to invade Ukraine. Russia claims to have captured the eastern city of Berdynesk. An estimated 350 Ukrainians were killed in the five-day offensive. Ukraine has released a list of war crimes committed by Russia, including attacks on populated areas.
Russia has threatened to cut off fuel and oil supplies to Europe in response to sanctions. European leaders have called a meeting to discuss the crisis. The image of Ukrainian President Vladimir Selensky as a brave hero defending a powerful Russia alone has skyrocketed. According to opinion polls, 90 percent of Ukrainians support his position. Six months ago, Selensky’s popularity was only thirty percent.
As the war entered its fifth day, the influx of refugees intensified. Four lakh people have already thrown everything away and reached the borders to save their lives. Romania, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia and Moldova have declared maximum humanitarian assistance to refugees.
Last Updated Feb 28, 2022, 5:45 PM IST
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