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Target: President Donald Trump, President Volodymyr Zelensky, European leaders, and all parties to the negotiations
Goal: Ensure that any talks between the United States, Ukraine, Russia, and European partners uphold international law, center Ukrainian voices, and commit to a just and lasting peace.
The upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, alongside European leaders, represents a critical moment for the future of Ukraine and the broader region. With the US seeking to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Zelensky to the negotiating table, it is essential that these talks do not sideline the needs and rights of the Ukrainian people.
Past incidents—such as the public reprimand of President Zelensky by US officials—underscore the importance of respectful, equitable diplomacy. As the world watches, we must ensure that these negotiations are not conducted behind closed doors or at the expense of those most affected by the war.
We demand that all parties commit to transparency, include civil society voices, and prioritize the protection of human rights and sovereignty. The path to peace must not be dictated by power politics, but shaped by justice and the will of the people.