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Target: U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Goal: Call on U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to commit to an immediate ceasefire and ensure that any peace negotiations protect Ukraine’s sovereignty and the rights of its people.
The ongoing war in Ukraine has entered its fourth year, causing immense suffering, displacement, and loss of life. Despite recent high-level talks between the United States and Russia, no agreement was reached to stop the fighting. Instead, the focus has shifted to a long-term settlement that risks sidelining the urgent need for a ceasefire and the voices of those most affected by the conflict.
We urge President Trump and President Zelenskyy, ahead of their upcoming meeting, to prioritize an immediate ceasefire and uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty in all negotiations. The international community must not accept any process that legitimizes aggression or undermines the rights and safety of Ukrainian civilians.
Peace must be built on justice, self-determination, and the protection of human rights. We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and demand urgent action to end the violence and support a just and lasting peace.