{
  "id": 18632052,
  "title": "‘Ceasefire First’: Poland Warns Against US-Russia Deal on Europe’s Security",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/ceasefire-first-poland-warns-against-us-russia-deal-on-europes",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T03:30:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Kyiv Post",
    "slug": "kyiv-post",
    "url": "https://www.kyivpost.com/post/89407"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski expressed concerns on Nov. 6 that Ukraine must not be forced into peace talks while under Russian attack, advocating for a ceasefire before any discussions about reshaping Europe's security. At a meeting with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Sikorski outlined a specific order for ending Russia's conflict: first, a ceasefire, then negotiations on lasting peace, and finally, discussions on rebuilding Europe's security and arms control. He emphasized that any solution cannot be imposed on Ukraine without its consent and that Europe's security cannot be negotiated without its involvement. As the U.S. prepares to mediate talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi, Sikorski rejected the idea of excluding NATO members on Europe's eastern border from negotiations, stressing that they would be directly impacted by any agreement. He argued that Ukraine is currently on the offensive and should not be pressured into accepting Russian demands. Sikorski also urged European governments to limit Schengen visas for Russian citizens and impose stricter sanctions on Russia's shadow fleet and companies aiding its war efforts, including more robust cybersecurity measures. Poland, through the Energy Community, pledged additional funding to support Ukraine's defense and reconstruction. The minister reaffirmed Poland's commitment to European security, stating that Russia must not dictate the continent's future.",
  "summary": "Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski rejected any security agreement negotiated without Ukraine and Europe, insisting on a ceasefire before talks with Moscow. He also demanded tougher sanctions, restrictions on Russian tourist visas and greater support for Ukraine.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}