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Therefore, we cannot get away with such simple technical measures like deploying troops. We need to talk about the root causes (of the conflict),
Lavrov said
We cannot consider any options" when it comes to European peacekeepers
he said during a visit to Qatar
Trump said that a decision on the deployment of peacekeeping forces would only be possible with the consent of both sides. Apparently referring to us and Ukraine. Nobody has asked us about this,
said Lavrov, who some Western diplomats nickname "Doctor No" because of his habit of frequently voicing Moscow's objections to various Western initiatives_(cropped).jpg)
No to sending Romanian troops to Ukraine, yes to additional allocations for defence, but only in the form of investments in the national arms industry and to increase military mobility (modernisation of railway, road and port infrastructure that can be used in a dual regime); exclusion of defence spending from the calculation of the budget deficit."
Quote from Ciolacu
To maintain peace, you must have peace. Let's not rush, let's not rush headlong, talking about post-war commitments when there is not even a draft ceasefire agreement. Wisdom and calmness. This is the only way out of this crisis,
Antonescu addedRomania should not send troops to Ukraine. Neither soldiers nor peacekeepers. I said this three years ago, and I have not changed my mind one millimetre. If I am president of Romania, we will not send troops to Ukraine,
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This peace must not mean a surrender of Ukraine,
Macron told reporters
First, to have a truce. I think it could be achieved in the weeks ahead,
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There is a position on this matter that was expressed by Russian Foreign Minister [Sergei] Lavrov. I have nothing to add to this and nothing to comment on."
Dmitry Peskov said
Look, if we do this deal, he's not looking for more war ... I've specifically asked him that question. He has no problem with it."
Donald Trump saidWe must speed up the delivery of weapons and ammunition."
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen told attendees
Not to go to the front line, not to go in confrontation, but to be in some locations, being defined by the treaty, as a presence to maintain this peace and our collective credibility with the US backup,
Macron saidNo, to be frank, we paid. We paid 60% of the total effort,
Macron saidIf you believe that, it's OK with me,
Trump repliedI don't know when we'll speak,
Trump saidRussia may have gained an open ear in the White House but they have not gained an inch of legitimacy,
he saidWe want peace swiftly but we don't want an agreement that is weak,
he saidEurope is willing to step up to be a stronger partner, to do more on defence and security on this continent, as well as to be a reliable partner."
Macron said
I believe that Emmanuel agrees with me on many of the most important issues,
he said
I think it [the ceasefire] is feasible,
Macron said