Tensions Rise as Russia Claims Ukrainian Territories
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha criticized Vladimir Putin's remarks on Friday, claiming the Russian President's statements showed contempt for U.S. efforts to end the war. Putin's assertions that Ukraine was essentially Russian and threats to seize Sumy highlight ongoing tensions amid calls for peace.
In a stark condemnation, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on Friday criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for his remarks asserting that Ukraine is fundamentally Russian territory.
Sybiha expressed that Putin's statements demonstrate a complete disregard for the United States' peace initiatives. His comments were shared in English on the X social media platform.
While global leaders, including the U.S., push for an immediate cessation of hostilities, Putin's discussions about capturing more Ukrainian areas, such as Sumy, and causing further bloodshed, remain in direct opposition to peace efforts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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