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Target: President Joe Biden, President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Emmanuel Macron, Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, President Alexander Stubb, and a
Goal: Ensure that international negotiations prioritize the protection of civilians, uphold Ukraine’s territorial integrity, and guarantee lasting peace rooted in justice and accountability.
On the eve of critical talks in Washington, Russian forces launched deadly strikes on Kharkiv and Sumy, killing at least three people, including a two-year-old child, and injuring dozens more. These attacks are a stark reminder that civilians continue to pay the highest price for the ongoing war in Ukraine.
As negotiations proceed, there is growing concern that the rush for a ceasefire or territorial concessions may ignore the rights and safety of those living under threat. Any peace must be just, sustainable, and respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and the will of its people. We call on all leaders involved in the Washington talks to prioritize the following demands: