Joint statement says ‘ball is now in Russia’s court’ as two countries also revive plans for minerals deal

This is clearly a gift to Russia.

  • Venus_Ziegenfalle@feddit.orgEnglish
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    2 days ago

    I agree. This also puts Putin under pressure because not agreeing after Ukraine already has would make him look bloodthirsty even to his supporters.

    • futatorius@lemm.ee
      4·
      2 days ago

      because not agreeing after Ukraine already has would make him look bloodthirsty

      Anyone who doesn’t already see what Putin is, is a fool or a liar.

    • Diva (she/her)@lemmy.ml
      22·
      2 days ago

      I don’t think this puts Putin under any pressure. If anything there’s a lot of people who are going to criticize him if he accepts another temporary ceasefire that allows Ukraine to rearm