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Target: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, President Donald Trump, and the US Department of State
Goal: Ensure that all peace negotiations regarding Ukraine are inclusive, transparent, and prioritize diplomacy over punitive measures that risk prolonging conflict.
Recent statements from US officials threaten increased sanctions and consequences for Russia if current peace efforts do not succeed. While accountability is important, history shows that escalating sanctions and punitive measures often derail negotiations and deepen suffering for ordinary people. We urge US leaders to reject further escalation and instead commit to transparent, inclusive peace talks that center the needs and voices of Ukrainians.
Genuine peace requires compromise from all sides and cannot be achieved through ultimatums or by excluding key stakeholders. The US must prioritize diplomacy, ensure Ukraine is fully represented in all negotiations, and avoid actions that risk undermining fragile progress. We call on policymakers to support a peace process rooted in justice, mutual respect, and the self-determination of the Ukrainian people.