Ukraine, Allies Hold London Talks on Ceasefire

Delegations from Ukraine, the United States, and several European countries met in London to pursue an unconditional ceasefire and eventual peace in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. The meeting was affected by the absence of key foreign ministers, including U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, due to disagreements and skepticism about achieving a breakthrough. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reaffirmed Kyiv's commitment to peace but rejected any proposals that would recognize Russian sovereignty over Crimea. Following a brief Easter truce, Russia has resumed attacks on Ukraine, with both sides blaming each other for violating the ceasefire. These talks follow earlier discussions in Paris and coincide with ongoing U.S. negotiations with Moscow, though significant differences persist. Despite these diplomatic efforts, a resolution to the conflict remains elusive as major issues remain unresolved.