💨 Abstract

Russia and Ukraine are exploring peace talks, but key issues remain unresolved. Ukraine seeks robust security guarantees, potentially similar to NATO's Article 5, but Russia insists on Ukrainian neutrality and no foreign bases. Russia controls about a fifth of Ukraine, including Crimea, and demands recognition of these territories, which Ukraine rejects. Russia wants sanctions lifted, while Ukraine wants them maintained. A ceasefire is demanded by European powers and Ukraine but is stalled by verification issues.

Courtesy: theprint.in