Ukraine rejects Hungarian PM’s ceasefire proposal
Sticking to its peace summit strategy

WORLD  02 July 2024 - 21:09

Kyiv has listened to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s ceasefire proposal but maintains that such initiatives must be part of a broader peace settlement strategy.

Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva addressed the media regarding Orban’s recent proposal for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict, Caliber.Az reports via Russian media.

Zhovkva stated that while Ukraine has heard and considered Orban’s suggestions, it does not view them as viable in isolation from other critical aspects of a comprehensive resolution.

“He [Orban] has made his point. This is not the first country to talk about such possible developments. The President listened to the interlocutor, but in response he outlined his position. Ukraine's position is quite clear, understandable, and known. The point is that such processes [cease-fire] cannot be considered in isolation,” Zhovkva said during a telethon.

Zhovkva emphasized that Ukraine is committed to pursuing a resolution based on its own peace summit initiatives. The Ukrainian government has consistently advocated for a peace process that includes international cooperation and adherence to its established peace summit framework.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban had proposed the idea of a ceasefire as a step towards peace in Ukraine. His proposal came amid ongoing discussions and international efforts to mediate the conflict. However, the Ukrainian government believes that a ceasefire alone is insufficient without addressing the broader issues of the conflict through comprehensive negotiations and international engagement.

Caliber.Az