Slovakia Offers to Host Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's proposal receives cautious approval from Vladimir Putin, while Ukraine remains critical of Slovakia's pro-Russia stance.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has proposed Slovakia as a neutral platform for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, a move supported by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar stated that Slovakia is prepared to facilitate negotiations involving all parties, including Russia, to end the nearly three-year conflict.
Fico, known for his pro-Russia policies, has halted military aid to Ukraine and criticized Kyiv for jeopardizing Slovakia's Russian gas supply, sparking tensions with Ukrainian leadership.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed skepticism about Slovakia's neutrality and criticized Fico's recent visit to Moscow, which he claims prioritizes economic interests over peace efforts.
Despite Putin's openness to talks, Russia continues military operations in Ukraine and maintains demands that Kyiv and Western allies have previously rejected.