We may soon face strong pressure to reach agreement with Moscow, says Polish FM Sikorski
Radosław Sikorski (Photo: EPA)

Europe may soon face strong pressure to reach an agreement with Moscow, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said at a meeting of diplomats in Paris. Part of his speech was published on X.

"Soon we may be under strong pressure to reach an agreement with Moscow. But what kind of deal can a reasonable Europe agree to? Certainly not a simple agreement that will allow Moscow to recover," the Polish diplomat said.

Europe is much stronger than Russian leaders believe, and Russia is much weaker than many Europeans think, Sikorski added.

The Polish foreign minister emphasized that Ukraine deserves and needs peace, but it must be on fair terms, not capitulation.

"We should not impose strict time limits on our support: this will encourage Russia to continue the fight. Instead, we must do everything possible to improve Kyiv's position in future negotiations," Sikorski concluded.

  • Donald Trump has repeatedly stated the need for a quick end to the Russia-Ukraine war and has criticized military aid to Kyiv.
  • On December 7, 2024, Trump confirmed in a meeting with volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron his desire for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations.
  • A poll on December 27 showed that half of Ukrainians believe Trump will bring the war to an end, albeit with concessions to Russia.
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