In a recent interview with Russian state television, President Vladimir Putin expressed his readiness to engage in talks with former US President Donald Trump to discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Putin emphasized that Russia has always been open to negotiations concerning Ukrainian issues, reiterating Russia’s stance that discussions are crucial to resolving the crisis.

In his remarks, Putin praised Trump's leadership style, describing him as both "pragmatic" and "smart", pointing out that Trump would not pursue policies that would negatively impact Russia through drastic fluctuations in global oil prices. Putin highlighted the potential harms of extreme oil price changes, which could affect both the Russian and American economies, underscoring the importance of stable prices in global markets.

While Putin expressed his belief that the Ukraine crisis might have been avoided had Trump been president in 2022, the geopolitical dynamics of that period continue to shape current negotiations and diplomatic efforts. Putin's view contrasts with the reality of the full-scale military offensive launched by Moscow in early 2022, which led to the ongoing war.

However, Ukraine has strongly rejected any talks between Russia and the United States that do not involve Ukrainian participation. Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine’s presidential office, issued a strong warning on Telegram, emphasizing that Putin cannot negotiate the fate of Ukraine without including it in the discussions. Yermak criticized the idea of Europe being excluded from the talks, asserting that the fate of Europe and Ukraine must involve all relevant stakeholders. He called on Putin to "come back to reality" and respect Ukraine's sovereignty as a central component of any discussions.

Kyiv’s refusal to be sidelined in negotiations reflects the country’s deep-rooted concerns over its sovereignty and the need for its direct involvement in decisions that will shape its future. As the conflict continues to unfold, the insistence on Ukrainian participation in peace talks remains a significant point of contention between the involved powers.

These remarks from Putin and the response from Ukraine highlight the complex diplomatic terrain in which discussions about the Ukraine war are taking place. The push for negotiations remains central to the conflict, but the conditions and participants of such talks will play a critical role in shaping their outcome.

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