00:00Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky says the next three months will be critical for any diplomatic efforts to end the war
00:08with Russia.
00:09He said trilateral talks should take place if Moscow is serious about de-escalation, warning that time is running out
00:16for meaningful dialogue.
00:19Zelensky added that the US is unlikely to extend the window for negotiations, as Washington shifts focus to domestic politics
00:26nearing key deadlines around August.
00:28He also warned that the coming months will be difficult for Ukraine, with pressure mounting both on the battlefield and
00:35in diplomatic negotiations.
00:37Zelensky reiterated calls for greater international pressure on Russia, including the full reinstatement of sanctions on Russian oil.
00:45The US had earlier granted a temporary waiver to help stabilise energy markets during the Iran conflict.
00:51Ukraine's allies have also urged Kyiv to scale back strikes on Russia's energy sector amid surging global oil prices.
01:00Russia and Ukraine have earlier agreed to a temporary Easter truce, with President Vladimir Putin ordering a short-term ceasefire
01:07over the coming weekend.
01:08Russia and Ukraine
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