Andrii Sybiha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
No signals of Russia’s readiness for peace have been heard – pressure must be increased
The Ukrainian delegation, led by President Volodymyr Zelensky, visited New York from September 21 to 24 for the UN General Assembly's high-level week. During this time, Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha attended a meeting on Ukraine at the UN Security Council, alongside Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Energy and maritime ceasefires were among the key topics discussed during the negotiations.
Sybiha indicated that progress had been made in discussions regarding energy and maritime ceasefires. Two countries, Turkey and Egypt, are specifically focused on the Black Sea and finding a formula to restore freedom of navigation and facilitate grain exports. Both nations have a vested interest in this matter, as it affects their economic and food security.
Ukraine is also working on fair solutions, and India is engaging in broader discussions covering food security, maritime routes, and a potential energy ceasefire. President Zelensky has acknowledged the current stage of escalation and emphasized the importance of diplomacy in the coming weeks and months.
Regarding the possibility of a trilateral track involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia, Sybiha stated that Ukraine is open to such a format. He expressed hope for successful outcomes from these efforts and highlighted the significant role Turkey has played in peace efforts since 2022. Sybiha also mentioned the involvement of India's Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, and credited U.S. President Donald Trump for his engagement in the peace process.
Sybiha noted that international pressure on Russia remains insufficient and that Russia is not showing readiness for peace.
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