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Orban's "peacemaking" visit to Putin: the reaction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán recently made a controversial visit to Russian President   Vladimir Putin, calling it a "peacekeeping" mission. This trip caused a significant negative reaction from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, which claims that Orbán's actions violate an important diplomatic principle. One-way visit Orban's visit to Moscow took place without prior consultations with Ukraine, which was sharply condemned by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (MFA). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that this action violates the essential diplomatic principle of "no decisions regarding Ukraine without Ukraine", which is a cornerstone of international negotiations regarding the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Diplomatic principles and violations The principle of "no decisions regarding Ukraine without Ukraine" states that any discussions or agreements regarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity

Zelensky does not rule out inviting Putin to the next peace summit

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently hinted at the possibility of inviting Russian President Volodymyr Putin to the upcoming peace summit. This potential diplomatic gesture comes amid ongoing tensions and conflicts between Ukraine and Russia, drawing mixed reactions from political scientists and international observers. The context of the statement During a recent press conference, President Zelensky was asked about the prospects for direct dialogue with Putin at the next peace summit. Although Zelenskyi did not confirm the official invitation, his response showed openness to the idea if it could lead to significant progress in resolving the conflict. The announcement is significant given the tense relationship between the two countries following Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 and the subsequent war in eastern Ukraine. The ongoing conflict has resulted in numerous casualties and strained Ukraine's international relations. Consequences of Putin's possible